Foster Guide AVL
A free, community-built guide for foster youth in transition. Phone numbers, programs, and step-by-step help — all in one place.
Find what you need
Tap a topic to see local programs, phone numbers, and how to apply.
Crisis & Help Lines 24/7 phone & text lines for emergencies and safety. Open Government Assistance Food, housing, Medicaid, cash help, and more. Open School & Education GED, community college, scholarships, training. Open Criminal Records Expungement, second chances, and legal aid. Open Recovery & Addiction Detox, treatment, and support meetings. Open Free & Affordable Healthcare Clinics, dental, mental health, and more. Open
About
Why this guide exists
FosterGuideAVL is a community-built reference for foster youth aging out of care in Asheville and Buncombe County. It pulls together the resources, phone numbers, and step-by-step guidance most often needed during transition — emergency help, food and housing, school options, healthcare, recovery support, and more — into one place that's free, easy to navigate, and built with care.