PATHWAYS TO INDEPENDENCE
Become a Client
Pathways to Independence is committed to providing the following support for clients:
A team to assist with education plans, emotional health, life guidance and goal setting
Education assistance with course selections, tuition, tutoring, books and supplies
Weekly therapy sessions for the duration of the program
Mentoring through weekly conversations with an assigned mentor
Housing at the Pathways building, or assistance through a rent stipend
Transportation - including gas stipend, car repairs and maintenance
Healthcare support to ensure overall wellbeing and physical health
Referrals to community resources
Client Requirements
Have a serious desire to become empowered, self-sufficient and live productively
Come from a family that lacks the ability to provide financial and/or emotional support
Come from a background of abuse, poverty, neglect, or homelessness
Have completed a minimum of 6 units of college level classes with a GPA of 2.5 or better
Have a serious desire for scholastic growth by completing a college education - such as trade certificate, Associates of Arts/Science (AA/AS), or Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)
Are low-income, earning no more than $24,000 annually. Potential clients who earn more annually can still apply, but will need to decrease work hrs. to meet income requirements after being admitted into Pathways
Are 18-35 years old, single woman, with no dependents
Have High School diploma or GED
Qualify for financial through FAFSA
Must be a current California resident for at least a year
Clients of Pathways commit to the following for the duration of the program:
- Attend classes full-time: 12 units in Spring and Fall, 6 units in Summer
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
- Follow a Pathways’ approved education plan
- Be currently employed and maintain employment to support basic needs
- Attend weekly therapy sessions as scheduled and honor all Pathways related appointments
- Respond in a timely manner to any communications and requests from Pathways
- Communicate with mentor on a weekly basis and meet in person every quarter
- Attend all mandatory Pathways events and workshops
- Volunteer for annual fundraising efforts
- Hold a valid California driver’s license or be able to obtain one
- Secure and maintain auto insurance (if applicable)
- Secure and maintain health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
- Demonstrate gratitude to all Pathways service providers and volunteers
Do you have questions about becoming a client?
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