…a young woman between the ages of 18 and 24
...an 18-30 year old pregnant young woman or woman with an infant up to the age of nine months and has no other children living with you
…seeking an affordable and safe place to live
…motivated to set goals and work with adult mentors to help attain your goals
…interested in living in a family -type home
…Step Up may be for you!
✓ Educational advancement
✓ Steady employment
✓ Positive interpersonal relationships
✓ Practicing financial stewardship
✓ Stable independent living
✓ A driver’s license and/or independent transportation
✓ Active in community service
✓ Equipped with a life plan
✓ Exploring a relationship with God
✓ Prenatal and postnatal support
Application and Review
Interview at the Step Up house
Tour of the Step Up house
Information Gathering (reference checks, health screen, etc.)
Communicating a Decision
Step Up may recommend other community resources if one or more of the following is true:
The individual does not meet the admission criteria.
The applicant has dependent children living with him or her.
The applicant is not ready to commit to the opportunities and responsibilities available to him or her at Step Up.
An alternative housing option would be a better fit.