STRiV Forward in Orem, Utah, helps young adults ages 17-25 who are struggling with motivation, confidence, executive functioning, or life direction. Our supported living program provides a safe semi-independent living environment to develop critical life skills to promote lasting independence.
Supported Living Program for Young Adults in Orem, Utah
Transitioning into independence and adult responsibilities can be difficult for some young adults. Many may feel stuck, unmotivated, or unsure about their future, which can make them feel as though they have no direction in life.
This can manifest into issues such as procrastination, poor performance in school or work, negative changes in mood or behavior, neglect of self-care, and conflicts with loved ones. But change is possible for those who have the motivation but need professional help to achieve their goals.
STRiV Forward, located in Orem, Utah, is dedicated to helping young adults transition into independence with our supported living program. Our supported living program provides more than just therapeutic support; it also offers mentorship, life skills training, and a safe environment for academic, career, and personal growth.
This can manifest into issues such as procrastination, poor performance in school or work, negative changes in mood or behavior, neglect of self-care, and conflicts with loved ones. But change is possible for those who have the motivation but need professional help to achieve their goals.
STRiV Forward, located in Orem, Utah, is dedicated to helping young adults transition into independence with our supported living program. Our supported living program provides more than just therapeutic support; it also offers mentorship, life skills training, and a safe environment for academic, career, and personal growth.
The goal is for each student to naturally learn independent living skills through real-world experience, which promotes self-sufficiency, courage, and improved self-esteem as they transition into adulthood.
STRiV Forward is best equipped to assist emerging adults between the ages of 17-25 who are motivated and prepared to make lasting life changes. We can address a wide range of mild to moderate mental health challenges, such as ADHD, autism, and anxiety. To learn if STRiV Forward is the best fit for your emerging adult, contact our admissions team today.
STRiV Forward is best equipped to assist emerging adults between the ages of 17-25 who are motivated and prepared to make lasting life changes. We can address a wide range of mild to moderate mental health challenges, such as ADHD, autism, and anxiety. To learn if STRiV Forward is the best fit for your emerging adult, contact our admissions team today.
Living at STRiV
STRiV Forward provides stable housing that’s as close to the real world as possible while allowing for professional support. Students live in fully furnished apartments with private bedrooms and bathrooms, and are largely responsible for the upkeep of their living space.
Learning from our life coaches teaches our students practical life skills that they can practice in real time. Our goal is to empower our students to make healthy choices that promote lasting and successful independence.
Learning from our life coaches teaches our students practical life skills that they can practice in real time. Our goal is to empower our students to make healthy choices that promote lasting and successful independence.
Why Families and Students Choose STRiV Forward
STRiV Forward sets itself apart by offering a unique, supportive environment tailored to help young adults build independence and confidence.
Safe Space for Growth
We understand how challenging it can be to transition into adulthood. Our program offers a supportive environment where students can learn from failure and try again without the pressure of perfection, fostering resilience and confidence.
Personalized Support
Each student receives tailored mental health care designed to promote community, growth, and accountability. Our small, boutique setting ensures individualized attention with a 1:4 mentor-to-student ratio, enabling meaningful connections and personalized guidance.
Community, Not Just Treatment
Students are integrated into a supportive community rather than feeling like participants in a treatment program. We respect their independence through a freedom-first approach that includes no strict curfews and permission to use technology.
Freedom to Pursue Passions
We encourage students to engage in hobbies and activities they love. Our flexible environment promotes self-discovery and confidence, helping students develop independence through meaningful experiences.
Long-Term Relationships
Our dedicated staff has an exceptionally low turnover rate, allowing mentors to build lasting, trust-based relationships with students. This stability supports ongoing growth and personalized mentoring.
Structured Opportunities for Reflection and Growth
In our safe, supportive environment, students are encouraged to reflect, learn from their experiences, and grow at their own pace. The combination of peer and professional support creates a nurturing space.
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Why a Supported Living Program Benefits Young Adults
A supported living program provides more than just a safe place for young adults to live. It helps them improve their mental health and prepare for independent living through real-world experiences.
Build Self-Confidence
The more our students practice skills and encounter adult responsibilities, the less scary and mystifying they feel. This empowers our students, building up their self-confidence so they can tackle challenges with grace and determination.
Find Motivation Following High School or College
Many young adults linger in a state of uncertainty following high school or college. Supported living helps them discover the wide range of options available to them so they can forge their own path in life.
Preparing For Life Challenges & Transition to Adulthood
Our supported living program provides a transition plan for each student to help them prepare for the challenges they face ahead. Ongoing case management further helps students with specific challenges, such as ADHD or autism, receive the support and tools they will need for successful independence.
Learning How to Live Independently
Our supported housing is designed to be as close to the real world as possible, with access to support as needed. This helps our students confidently master life skills needed for independence so they can effectively manage their lives as adults.
What to Expect From Our Supported Living Program
Our supported living program at STRiV is carefully designed to meet the needs of all our students through therapeutic, peer, guidance, and educational support. By addressing the needs of each of our students, we give them the tools they can rely on for successful and healthy independent living.
Evidence-Based Care for Mental Health Disorders
STRiV Forward works closely with outside mental health services to provide top-notch mental and behavioral health care. This allows us to assist students who struggle with mild to moderate mental or behavioral challenges with compassionate and structured therapeutic support.
Individual & Group Therapy
Students receive both individual and group therapy with evidence-based therapeutic modules, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Group therapy is especially important, as it helps our students mutually heal, share wisdom, and find understanding with their peers.
Mentorship
Mentors at STRiV Forward provide support in a semi-independent community living environment with our students. We carefully choose mentors who can build encouraging relationships and trust with our students, which helps them stick with the challenge of personal growth.
Support and Education for Families
STRiV Forward offers parental support to help families connect better with their loved ones. Our goal is to help families learn how to foster healthy independence and build better relationships with their emerging adult.
Help With Executive Functioning Challenges
Our executive functioning coaches specialize in helping our students learn the tools they need to thrive as adults. Students with conditions such as ADHD learn effective techniques to improve their executive functioning and make daily living less stressful.
Share Experiences with Peers
Students have plenty of opportunities to interact with their peers through exciting community events or through simple downtime. Not only does this help students feel less alone in their challenges, but it may also forge a lifelong friendship.
Build Daily Structure
Although we have no curfew for our students, we do utilize a structured daily schedule. Students can seek help from their mentors to stay on track, establish a structured routine, and manage time to complete daily responsibilities.
Develop Skills to Lead an Independent Life
Our independent living program at STRiV is designed for young adults to naturally learn essential life skills through real-world interactions. Bolstering the confidence of our students makes them feel less intimidated by independent living and prepares them for the challenges they will face as adults.
Learning How to Manage Time
Students don’t have a curfew at STRiV and are responsible for managing their time wisely. Our mentors assist students through schedules, shared calendars, and other tools to help foster accountability.
How to Manage Finances
Students are responsible for budgeting and managing their finances, and monetary incentives are available to encourage healthy spending habits. Money management skills are taught to students by our coaches, along with saving, budgeting, and financial literacy.
How to Balance Daily Responsibilities
Our independent living program helps our students learn how to balance their daily responsibilities and prioritize which tasks are most urgent. We encourage students to balance their days to not only allow for important tasks to be completed, but to also allow time for rest and self-care.
Nutritional Wellness
Eating well is a simple lifestyle change that can pay dividends in the future. As such, students are taught skills such as meal planning, cooking, and how to eat a balanced diet.
Planning for Continued Education or
Career
Vocational and academic counseling is available for students at STRiV Forward. Students are encouraged to seek employment or further educational opportunities while living at STRiV.
Getting Involved in Community Resources & Activities
We have an active community at STRiV with exciting events, outdoor activities, readily available resources, and volunteer opportunities. Participating with and becoming part of a community helps emerging adults find their place as independent adults.
When Supported Living Is the Right Fit For a Young Adult
Supported living is best for motivated young adults who want to live independently, but still need personalized support to address their personal challenges. This type of program encourages young adults to step out of their comfort zone and try things they may have been too afraid to consider in the past.
Supported living additionally allows young adults to maintain a level of autonomy and make important decisions regarding their future without feeling belittled or disrespected.
STRiV Forward has always had the goal of empowering our students to seize opportunity, and through our supported living program, they can realize that independence is within their reach.
Supported living additionally allows young adults to maintain a level of autonomy and make important decisions regarding their future without feeling belittled or disrespected.
STRiV Forward has always had the goal of empowering our students to seize opportunity, and through our supported living program, they can realize that independence is within their reach.
Join A Community That Supports Growth
STRiV Forward is not just a place for young adults to learn independent living skills and bolster confidence; it’s also a place to become part of a community and forge friendships. We know that a healthy adult needs emotional support, regular social interaction, and to find a sense of belonging for lasting independence.
To meet this social need, we regularly schedule weekly community dinners, exciting outdoor recreation activities, and a variety of events, including campus clubs. Once you enroll in STRiV, you don’t just become a student; you become part of the greater STRiV community.
To meet this social need, we regularly schedule weekly community dinners, exciting outdoor recreation activities, and a variety of events, including campus clubs. Once you enroll in STRiV, you don’t just become a student; you become part of the greater STRiV community.
FAQs
What Is Transitional Living for Young Adults and Teens?
A transitional living program is a program where young adults and teens learn and practice life skills in preparation for independence. For example, they learn how to budget, cook meals, enroll in school, find a job, and more. The goal is to help young adults and teens build a solid foundation for successful independent living.
How Long Does a Transitional Living Program Last?
Students stay in our transitional living program at STRiV for as long as they need. Typically, students stay with us for 12 months, but the average is 10-14 months.
How Is a Transitional Living Program or Group Home Different From a Residential Treatment Center?
The main difference between STRiV Forward’s transitional living program and an inpatient or residential treatment center is the intensity of the services that are provided and what is treated.
STRiV Forward does not provide inpatient care, nor do we treat serious conditions that require 24/7 medical oversight, such as active substance abuse, as we do not have the capabilities to provide detoxification and other intensive medical intervention services.
Instead, we offer a transitional living experience where students with mild to moderate mental health challenges can get support, while focusing on vocational training, life skills development, and other specialized coaching needed for independence.
What Are the Benefits of a Supported Living Program for Young Adults?
Supported living programs provide young adults with a safe environment to transition into adulthood and assume adult responsibilities. These programs offer essential support that fosters independence and personal growth, such as life skills training, community integration, and educational and vocational assistance.
Young adults learn how to manage daily tasks and develop essential skills with the help of industry professionals. This level of support and encouragement builds confidence and empowers young adults to make lasting and positive personal changes.