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Imagine you are going to run a marathon. Would you rather have those close to you think about the times you’ve excelled at working out, or about the many times you failed to adequately tap into your physical abilities?

This example gives insight into the strengths-based approach, which are interventions focused on an individual’s strengths and self-determination along with an emphasis on meaningful relationships and activities. Just as you would want your friends to see your potential to cross the finish line, the strengths-based perspective sees and validates the strengths of a person to further move them toward their goals.

Aging UP began like anything else, yet it wasn’t just a good idea or a heartfelt thought. We started with research as well as the passion, professional skills, and personal experiences of friends who saw unmet needs for youth with experience in foster care.

Sacramento has shown concern for youth in foster care—and it’s no wonder as there are more than 2,700 local children in the child welfare system, with approximately 10% aging out annually.

If you’ve met me within the past five years and asked my age, you would have simply heard “thirty” – […]