FAQs

Q. Who is eligible for ILP funds?

A. Youth ages 16 up to 21 are eligible for ILP services that were (1) in a foster care placement between 16-18, (2) under a KinGAP guardianship or (3) under a non-related legal guardianship granted by dependency court on or after the 8th birthday or (4) adopted after the age of 16. Only an ILP/Transition Coordinator can confirm ILP eligibility.

Q. What can I get from ILP?

A. All ILP assistance is based on verified unmet need. Assistance is provided in the areas such as education, employment, transportation, life skills training and housing.

Q. Where can I go to get help from ILP?

A. If your case is open, start with your CSW or DPO. If your case if closed, you can contact the closest ILP/Transition Coordinator.

Q. Who do I call to learn more about ILP?

A. Check out our Contact Us page or call 1(877) 694-5441 or (213) 763-6600.

Q. How do I request ILP help or services?

A. If your case is open, start with your CSW or DPO. If your case if closed, you can contact the closest ILP/Transition Coordinator. Your ILP/Transition Coordinator will be able to tell you what services are available and what you need to do to request help.

Q. My case is closed. Can I still get help?

A. Yes, an ILP eligible youth can request assistance up until their 21st birthday.

Q. I get student financial aid, can I still get help?

A. Yes. Talk with your ILP/Transition Coordinator about what services may be available to you.

Q. I work full-time. Can I still get help?

A. Yes. Talk with your ILP/Transition Coordinator about what services may be available to you.

Q. How soon will I receive my check?

A. Once you have submitted all your paperwork and your request has been approved, you should get your check within 4 weeks.

Q. How soon will I receive my MTA TAP card (annual bus pass)?

A. Once you have submitted all your paperwork, you will be contacted on how to receive your TAP Card and timeframe.

Q. Where do I pick up my MTA TAP card (annual bus pass)?

A. Due to COVID-19 pandemic our offices are limited to persons entering the building, therefore look for communication from our team member Intermediate Clerk, Jennifer Kroell at kroelj@dcfs.lacounty.gov on how you will received your MTA TAP card.

Q. Who should I talk to about housing programs?

A. If your case is open, start with your case-carrying CSW or DPO. If your case if closed, you can contact the closest ILP/Transition Coordinator.

You can also contact DCFS Housing Coordinator Robert Castaneda at 213-763-3862 office, 213-514-0103 work cellphone or Probation Housing Coordinator Sheena Horton at 213-552-6340.

Q. Who can I talk to if I need emergency resources after business hours?

A. Call 211 or go to: https://www.211la.org/youth-portal/ or https://www.211la.org/

Q. Who can I call with questions about my SILP payment?

A. You can call the Foster Care Hotline at 1-800-697-4444.

Q. Where can I get a Ward of the Court letter or proof of dependency?

A. If your case was closed after 2004, contact your ILP/Transition Coordinator. If you case was closed prior to 2004, you may be able to access the records at the Archives and Records Center: http://www.lacourt.org/generalinfo/Archives/GI_AR001.aspx