For questions about the program, contact Amber Goldizen, Program Manager, at agoldizen@kvc.org or reach out to us at TLVYReferrals@kvc.org.
Transitional Living Home at Middle College
A stable, supportive home where young women can grow, build life skills and stay on track as they prepare for adulthood.
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A stable, supportive home where young women can
grow together
as they prepare for adulthood.
Education-Centered Support for Independent Living
Youth living in the Transitional Living Home have direct access to Middle College, an opportunity rarely available within transitional living settings for youth in foster care. Through this partnership, young women benefit from:
Dual-credit academic opportunities
Access to campus resources, advising and tutoring.
A supportive, empowering learning environment.
Pathways toward college enrollment or workforce readiness.
This connection allows youth to stay focused on their education while gaining the skills they need for adulthood.
Bridging the Gap Between Foster Care and Adulthood
The Transitional Living Home at Middle College is a supportive housing option operated by KVC West Virginia for young women in foster care who are preparing for independence while continuing their education through Middle College.
This home offers so much more than a place to live. It provides structure, daily guidance and a clear path forward, helping young women strengthen life skills, stay engaged in school and build confidence as they move toward adulthood.
Many young women in foster care approach adulthood without the stability, support or educational opportunities they need to thrive. KVC West Virginia created the Transitional Living Home at Middle College to provide a safe, structured, home-like environment where young women can continue their education while building the skills needed for independent living.
This program is uniquely strengthened by a partnership with Fairmont State University and the West Virginia Department of Education, giving youth direct access to Middle College programming, dual-credit coursework and on-campus academic support.
The Transitional Living Home at Middle College is designed for females ages 17–21 in foster care who are working toward greater independence while continuing their education.
This home may be a good fit for young women who:
- Are eligible for the Middle College program
- Want to complete high school, earn dual credit or explore vocational pathways
- Need a consistent, home-like environment to practice independent living skills
- Thrive with daily guidance, accountability and encouragement
Our approach is people-first and strengths-based. We partner with each young woman to understand her goals and support her growth toward independence.
Youth living in this home receive:
- A safe, home-like living environment
- Staff available for daily guidance, coaching and problem-solving
- Life skills development, including budgeting, cooking, transportation and apartment readiness
- Academic support and encouragement through Middle College
- Career exploration and employment readiness support
- Personalized planning for health, wellbeing and long-term goals
- Mentoring and community connections
Eligibility Requirements
The Transitional Living Home at Middle College serves young women in foster care who are preparing for adulthood and continued education. Youth may be eligible if they:
- Are eligible for and enrolled in the Middle College program
- Are ages 17–21 and currently in foster care
- Want to complete high school, earn dual credit or explore vocational pathways
- Need a consistent, supportive home to practice independent living skills
- Thrive with daily guidance, structure, accountability and encouragement
Eligibility is based on readiness for independent living and readiness for continued education.
Important: This program accepts state referrals only. Youth must be referred by a DOHS worker; self-referrals are not accepted.
Every young person deserves stability, guidance and the opportunity to build a future they believe in.
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