The Taylor Way
We at The Taylor House believe it's necessary to create a supportive environment that will establish good habits while our girls gradually transition into “The Real World”. These positive practices include (but are not limited to) pay yourself first, paying rent on time, creating good work/study habits, saving for the future, keeping your space free from clutter, taking care of personal items, etc. A good grasp on good habits is essential for success in “The Real World”.
When potential residents hear about the house we invite them for a tour. This first step allows them to see how this supportive program operates. We explain the benefits of the house, the rules, and what is expected of them. If the girls are interested, they fill out a rental application similar to what they would find in "The Real World". At that point their references will be checked and a deposit will be required as well as signing a month to month lease agreement. This entire process will mirror the rental steps taken in “The Real World”. Residents are responsible for sharing utilities, purchasing their own food, keeping up chores, as well as getting along with their peers. Of course, some girls have moved in with very little, so we are happy to provide new bedding, towels, a trip to the grocery store and more. We focus on Five Key areas for prospering in The Real World.
Five Key Pillars
1) Employment
2) Education
3) Transportation
4) Health & Wellness
5) Budgeting/Banking
An essential part of how the Taylor House teaches is through making an individual plan for each girl. The girls come at different stages in their life so we "Tailor" plans for each girl's needs. We first start with obtaining all their personal documents such as birth certificates, social security cards, etc. The next step is to make sure their Medical needs are taken care of. We make sure they see a Medical Provider to address their physical, female, and emotional needs as well as seeing a Dentist and Optometrist. The next step is for the girls to set goals for their future. Hopefully this will include obtaining a drivers permit, behind the wheel training and getting a drivers license, of which we cover the costs. When the girls are ready for a car we help them with our Matching Car Program. All of the girls are required to open a checking and savings account and then we begin to teach them how to manage their accounts through budgeting and creating a "survival number". Our Program Manager and Volunteers prepare them for employment by helping them build a resume and teaching them how to look, apply, dress, interview for a job. We help the girls to successfully navigate the health care system and assist with transportation to dental, optometric, medical and behavioral health appointments. We show the girls how to grocery shop, clean and cook and also how to utilize community resources and navigate within their community.
“The Real World” is an unavoidable step in life that will advance upon these girls regardless of whether or not they are prepared... Our goal at The Taylor House is to teach, guide and instill as many of the necessary skills and habits as possible in order to achieve a smooth and successful transition into, you guessed it, “The Real World”.
When potential residents hear about the house we invite them for a tour. This first step allows them to see how this supportive program operates. We explain the benefits of the house, the rules, and what is expected of them. If the girls are interested, they fill out a rental application similar to what they would find in "The Real World". At that point their references will be checked and a deposit will be required as well as signing a month to month lease agreement. This entire process will mirror the rental steps taken in “The Real World”. Residents are responsible for sharing utilities, purchasing their own food, keeping up chores, as well as getting along with their peers. Of course, some girls have moved in with very little, so we are happy to provide new bedding, towels, a trip to the grocery store and more. We focus on Five Key areas for prospering in The Real World.
Five Key Pillars
1) Employment
2) Education
3) Transportation
4) Health & Wellness
5) Budgeting/Banking
An essential part of how the Taylor House teaches is through making an individual plan for each girl. The girls come at different stages in their life so we "Tailor" plans for each girl's needs. We first start with obtaining all their personal documents such as birth certificates, social security cards, etc. The next step is to make sure their Medical needs are taken care of. We make sure they see a Medical Provider to address their physical, female, and emotional needs as well as seeing a Dentist and Optometrist. The next step is for the girls to set goals for their future. Hopefully this will include obtaining a drivers permit, behind the wheel training and getting a drivers license, of which we cover the costs. When the girls are ready for a car we help them with our Matching Car Program. All of the girls are required to open a checking and savings account and then we begin to teach them how to manage their accounts through budgeting and creating a "survival number". Our Program Manager and Volunteers prepare them for employment by helping them build a resume and teaching them how to look, apply, dress, interview for a job. We help the girls to successfully navigate the health care system and assist with transportation to dental, optometric, medical and behavioral health appointments. We show the girls how to grocery shop, clean and cook and also how to utilize community resources and navigate within their community.
“The Real World” is an unavoidable step in life that will advance upon these girls regardless of whether or not they are prepared... Our goal at The Taylor House is to teach, guide and instill as many of the necessary skills and habits as possible in order to achieve a smooth and successful transition into, you guessed it, “The Real World”.
Noteworthy Achievements
To donate your time, money or services:
Contact Founder and Executive Director Lisa Peat at (916) 947-8823 or founder@thetaylorhouse.org.
Mail Donations to The Taylor House | P.O. Box 853 | Roseville, CA 95678
Supporting the Taylor House, Inc., is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. EIN 46-0748514
Contact Founder and Executive Director Lisa Peat at (916) 947-8823 or founder@thetaylorhouse.org.
Mail Donations to The Taylor House | P.O. Box 853 | Roseville, CA 95678
Supporting the Taylor House, Inc., is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. EIN 46-0748514
