Mary’s House opened its doors in 2003 with the goal to provide young women aging out of the foster care system with guidance, counseling, and programs designed to support them during this critical stage in their lives. The home is located in Escondido, just north of San Diego and includes six bedrooms on approximately 8 acres of land.

The transition from foster care to independence is difficult. Unarmed with the coping skills and support structure afforded to youth who grew up in supportive, intact families, many of these young women end up unemployed, homeless, or involved in prostitution and drugs. 

• In 2000, and continuing into 2006, there were approximately 6,300 youth in foster care in San Diego County. 
• Of those who emancipated, 30 percent experienced episodes of homelessness within a year of leaving foster care – higher than the state average. 
• Studies show that foster youth have serious difficulties finding and keeping jobs, getting an education and learning the skills necessary to live independently.

The sudden jolt out of the foster care system can be overwhelming. Mary’s House provides young women with the tools needed to move into the next stage of their lives with hope and optimism.

HELP Promises2Kids build two additional homes for foster youth transitioning into adulthood by clicking here.

Mary’s House 2 and 3 will be modeled after the first successful program.   For naming opportunities, please contact Edith Glassey at 858-427-1103 or at edith@promises2kids.org.

Mary’s House is named in honor of Mary Goodall, a longtime San Diego child advocate.

Help a young woman at Mary’s House by donating here.

    
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