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Back to EpisodesRyan's Struggle: Youth Homelessness After Foster Care
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Ryan, an 18-year-old with autism, anxiety, ADHD, and depression, found himself homeless after leaving a volatile home. Hes part of a growing group of Toronto youth who become homeless after time in the child welfare system. Despite Ontarios financial aid program, housing costs and the pandemic have exacerbated the crisis. Ryan is now using the aid to find a room and receives therapy at the shelter. Advocates call for extended aid until at least 25 to help these youth transition to adulthood.
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