Foster Care & Their Mental Health with Ready for Life

Looking for the perspective you need? This is the episode for you.Thank you for sharing your story, Kathy Mize, of Ready for Life.Areas of Discussion:Figuring out goalsIf we feel burned out, we can’t help anyone else-Importance of pausingNot taking things for grantedChildren of abuse and those in foster care face tremendous mental health battles, and today’s guest has dedicated her life to helping children overcome hurdles. Kathy is a native of St. Petersburg, FL and received her graduate degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina.Ready for Life's Mission: To provide support, resources, and guidance former foster care youth need to successfully transition to adulthood.RFL is a solution-based skill center supporting former foster care youth in homelessness prevention, education & employment, and lifeline support networks. RFL offers a unique Educational Learning Lab program; a full-time Mental Health Counselor, through a partnership with the Pinellas County Public Defender's Office; legal services provided through the Community Law Program, supported by the St. Petersburg Bar Association; Mentor Program; Youth Council; Mommy & Me; Keys to Independence; and more.RFL is a family environment where young people find basic needs like food & meal kits; personal & hygiene supplies; caring support; and have access to laundry and shower facilities. We understand that until immediate basic needs are met, it is nearly impossible to contemplate the future...and RFL believes that all young people deserve the opportunity for a successful future.Guest Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.readyforlifepinellas.org/Ready for Life Information: 2300 TALL PINES DRIVE, #100, LARGO, FL 33771  |  (727) 954-3989Take a Deep Breath on A Mental Health Break - the podcast that normalizes the conversation around mental health. You are not alone. Which journey will resonate with you most? Catch up with weekly interviews aired since January 2020. To join the show, email [email protected]'s BooksWebsiteYouTubeTune into That Entrepreneur Show hereTune into Writing with Authors hereAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kulishow/happy-background-music-no-copyright-fun-royalty-free-music-free-downloadSupport the showPlease share with a friend who could use this episode. All questions for the host or guests: Email [email protected] Partner: Living Proof TBI Coaching - 813 445 3295