The year's first Independent Living Retreat is quickly approaching. The scheduled date is December the 11th and 12th at Lake Tiak O'Khata in Louisville, MS. This is one of the favorite locations for Independent Living Retreats buy both youth and adults. The scenery is breath taking, the hospitality is what you would expect from a southern resort, and the food is the 'bomb' as I have been told before by a youth. I think it's the food. It's not your typical "camp" food, but a buffett of fried southern cuisine filled with fresh pond raised Mississippi Catfish, frog legs, fried oysters, and cornbread hushpuppies. There are just too many items to list, but you can look it up on their webpage at www.ltok.com.
This will be the first of three retreats scheduled for our foster youth this fiscal year, and will be one of two for the 14 - 15 year old age group. We expect approximately 40 foster youth from throughout the state to participate, so get your applications in early so you won't be left out.
You'll need to bring some things essential for survial: sleeping bag, pillow, coat, toiletries, towel, comfortable shoes, and any prescribed medications. Drop off starts at 3:30 on Friday afternoon, and pick up starts at 12:15 p.m. on Saturday.
Youth get rewarded with a $20 stipend for attending the retreat, as well as have the opportunity to gain some valuable life skills. This is also a great chance to get to meet other foster youth from through out the state, meet up with siblings, and see your favorite Independent Living Specialist! If you are interested in going, make sure your social worker has put the application through the proper channels. See you there!!!
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