Why Transportation Access Matters
- School completion
- Employment
- Healthcare appointments
- Childcare
- Family responsibilities
- Economic mobility
- Independence
Teen parent transportation support
Essentials First: A Driver’s-License Program for Teen Parents
A driver’s license can provide access to education, employment, healthcare, childcare, and greater independence. For teen parents, the cost and complexity of obtaining a license can create an additional barrier to family stability.
Essentials First helps teen parents navigate the driver’s-license process by connecting them with education, resources, financial support, and encouragement.
Program Support May Include
- Driver-education assistance
- Permit and licensing guidance
- Testing support
- Transportation-related financial assistance
- Resource navigation
- Educational workshops
- Mentoring and encouragement
Services and financial assistance may vary by participant and program availability.
Who May Apply
Program availability and eligibility requirements may vary. Contact ADH FEI for current enrollment information.
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Donations made through this campaign support the Essentials First driver’s-license program for teen parents.