real-life

Real Life is a free, practical guide built for young people aging out of foster care. Whether you just turned 18 or you have been on your own for a few years, Real Life gives you the skills and information that most people learned from their families growing up. We made it simple, honest, and built specifically for you. HOUSING AND FINANCES Learn how to find an apartment, understand a lease, budget your money, open a bank account, and handle rent when things get tight. HEALTH AND WELLNESS Understand health insurance, find a doctor, handle a mental health crisis, and take care of yourself when you do not have someone to call. WORK AND EDUCATION Apply for jobs, write a resume, pass interviews, manage work conflict, and navigate college applications or trade programs. FOOD AND COOKING Get groceries on a budget, cook simple meals, understand food assistance programs, and stop depending on fast food. LEGAL BASICS Know your rights with police, landlords, and employers. Understand your credit score and what debt collectors can and cannot do. KIA AI COMPANION Kia is your personal AI guide inside the app. Ask her any question and get real, practical answers any time. CRISIS SUPPORT Real hotlines and emergency resources are one tap away, always. Real Life is free. No subscriptions. No ads. No judgment. You deserve the information that should have been handed to you. Now it is.