OUR WORK
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OUR PROGRAMS
At Saving Our Lives Ourselves (SOLO), our programs are designed to equip youth and young adults with the skills, confidence, and support systems needed to navigate life successfully and to own their dreams. We meet participants where they are and walk alongside them as they build stability, resilience, and opportunity.
Our programming is grounded in evidence-based practices, real-world application, and a belief that every young person deserves access to tools that support long-term success.
FINANCIAL LITERACY & ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
Financial confidence is a critical foundation for independence and long-term stability. Our Financial Literacy program provides youth and young adults with practical, real-world skills that support informed decision-making and economic self-sufficiency.
What We Provide
• Budgeting and money management education
• Understanding credit, debt, and savings
• Banking basics and financial goal setting
• Planning for major life milestones (education, housing, transportation)
Impact (Last Program Year)
• 240 youth and young adults served through financial literacy workshops
• 74% demonstrated improved budgeting skills within 90 days
• 230 participants opened savings or checking accounts
• 97% reported increased financial confidence
How It Works
Participants engage in interactive workshops and one-on-one coaching designed to build financial awareness and confidence. Lessons are practical, relatable, and immediately applicable to daily life.
Outcomes
Participants leave with:
• A personalized budgeting plan
• Increased understanding of credit and financial systems
• Tools to manage income responsibly and plan for the future
HOUSING STABILITY & INDEPENDENT LIVING SUPPORT
Stable housing is essential for personal growth, educational success, and workforce participation. Our Housing Stability program supports youth and young adults who are navigating housing insecurity or preparing for independent living.
What We Provide
• Housing readiness education
• Tenant rights and responsibilities training
• Support with utilities, documentation, and housing planning
• Connections to housing resources and community partners
Impact (Last Program Year)
• 38 participants received housing stability support
• 42 households successfully maintained stable housing
• 100% improved understanding of tenant responsibilities
• 30 participants avoided housing displacement
How It Works
Through coaching, workshops, and referrals, participants learn how to maintain safe, stable housing and prepare for long-term independence.
Outcomes
Participants gain:
• Knowledge to secure and maintain housing
• Improved household management skills
• Increased confidence navigating housing systems
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT & WELLNESS
Mental and emotional well-being are essential to overall success. SOLO’s Mental Health Support & Wellness programming promotes resilience, emotional regulation, and healthy coping strategies in a supportive, stigma-free environment.
What We Provide
• Mental wellness education and awareness
• Stress management and emotional regulation tools
• Group-based wellness sessions with licensed professional counselors
• Referrals to licensed mental health professionals when appropriate
Impact (Last Program Year)
• 127 youth and young adults participated in wellness sessions
• 95% reported reduced stress or anxiety symptoms
• 90 hours of mental wellness programming delivered
• 100% reported increased emotional resilience
How It Works
Programs emphasize a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach, recognizing the lived experiences of youth and young adults. Sessions are designed to normalize conversations around mental health and equip participants with tools they can use immediately.
Outcomes
Participants experience:
• Improved emotional awareness and coping strategies
• Increased resilience and self-confidence
• Reduced stigma around seeking mental health support
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & CAREER READINESS
Our Workforce Development program prepares participants for day-one readiness into the workforce by combining evidence-based curriculum, hands-on training, and career-focused coaching.
What We Provide
• Workforce readiness training using evidence-based models
• Soft skills development, including:
o Communication and professionalism
o Time management and workplace etiquette
o Conflict resolution and teamwork
• Hard skills training aligned with employment pathways
• Resume development and interview preparation
• Career exploration and goal setting
Impact (Last Program Year)
• 88 participants completed workforce readiness training
• 95% achieved day-one workforce readiness benchmarks
• 80 participants secured employment or paid work experience
• 75% retained employment beyond 90 days
How It Works
Participants engage in structured workshops and applied learning experiences that mirror real workplace expectations. Instruction emphasizes accountability, confidence, and practical skill-building needed to successfully enter and sustain employment.
Outcomes
Participants leave prepared to:
• Enter the workforce with confidence
• Demonstrate professional soft skills from day one
• Apply job-specific skills in real-world settings
• Navigate employment expectations and workplace culture
LIFE SKILLS & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Life skills are essential for navigating adulthood with confidence and purpose. SOLO’s Life Skills programming supports holistic growth and leadership development.
What We Provide
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Healthy communication and relationship-building
• Goal setting and personal accountability
• Leadership development and self-advocacy
Impact (Last Program Year)
• 100 participants completed life skills training
• 90% demonstrated improved decision-making skills
• 65 participants took on leadership or peer-mentor roles
• 90% reported increased confidence and self-efficacy
How It Works
Programming blends interactive group sessions with reflection and applied learning, empowering participants to take ownership of their goals and choices.
Outcomes
Participants develop:
• Stronger self-awareness and confidence
• Improved interpersonal and leadership skills
• A clearer vision for their future
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