A Soft Landing.
A New Direction.
Life skills, emotional development, housing, education, and career support — everything a young person needs to build a life of purpose.
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Living A.M.E.N.D.S teaches life skills and emotional development through our Amending Journey Curriculum, while providing a soft landing for recently released mentees and those aged out of foster care — through housing, education, career training, and financial literacy. We also give prior youthful offenders the unique opportunity to become mentors themselves, living a life of amends.
Amending Journey Curriculum
Our flagship curriculum consists of four courses representing the first four pillars of Living A.M.E.N.D.S. Each course is a six-week commitment, totaling a 24-week cohort — a transformative journey from start to finish.
- Four courses, each six weeks in length (24-week cohort total)
- Certificate awarded upon completion of each individual course
- Full cohort completion certificate upon finishing all four courses
- Life skills and emotional development woven throughout every lesson
You can also find the Amending Journey Workbook in Amazon's book department under the book title and author name Adam Sharpe.
Scholastics
We believe education is one of the most powerful tools for transformation. Our scholastics program provides comprehensive educational support — from GED tutoring to college enrollment and beyond.
- Educational goal mentoring and academic planning
- GED tutoring and transportation to testing centers
- Assistance enrolling in college or vocational institutions
- Guidance transferring community college units to four-year colleges
- Partnerships with Underground Scholars, Project Rebound, CROP, and Homeboy Industries
- Supplies provided: laptops, backpacks, and clothing
Living A.M.E.N.D.S Mentor Training
Prior youthful offenders who have transformed their lives have the unique opportunity to give back — by becoming mentors themselves. This rigorous 12-week workshop prepares aspiring mentors to guide the next generation.
- 12-week workshop with accelerated teaching of the Amending Journey Curriculum
- Training in the Socratic Method and Holistic Coaching approach
- Multiple-choice assessment requiring 90% or better to advance
- Interview process upon successful completion of the assessment
Transitional Home
Our transitional houses are designed to be a true safe haven — a home-like environment that brings much-needed normalcy into the lives of recently released mentees and those aging out of foster care.
- Home-like feel to provide normalcy and stability
- In-house counselor to monitor daily activities and provide support
- In-person Amending Journey classes held on-site
- Addiction support groups available to all residents
- Mentors present daily for guidance, transportation, and encouragement
- Housing coordinator secures affordable housing upon graduation
Career Development
Through partnerships with vocational organizations, we connect mentees with real career pathways — and make sure they have everything they need to follow through and succeed.
- Assistance entering vocational trades through organizational partnerships
- Transportation to career training and employment opportunities
- Emotional and financial support throughout the process
- Ongoing mentorship to navigate workplace challenges
Support the Programs That Change Lives
Every program we run depends on the generosity and involvement of our community. Whether you volunteer your time, donate resources, or spread the word — you are part of the solution.
