Preparing Foster Youth For Adulting: Podcast with Eric Gilmore

In this episode, Lynn Tonini interviews Eric Gilmore, Executive Director of Immerse Arkansas in Little Rock. Started in 2010, Immerse Arkansas has been building a continuum of support for foster youth age 14-18 and youth who have aged out between the ages of 18-24 years old. They provide transitional living opportunities that include a variety of housing options (homes, apartments, etc.). They have staff that provide 24/7 assistance and coaching for the youth to help them prepare for independent living. They also have a pregnancy support program.

A special note to our youth - You are the real story here.

Keep up the great work, keep pressing on, and keep overcoming. All of Arkansas wants you to succeed, and so many people are on your side and cheering for you!