In partnership with CYFD and other organizations, we are working on finding ways to make obtaining a driver’s license, getting driving practice hours, buying a car, and deciding on car insurance more accessible to teens and young adults impacted by foster care. This program is in the development phase so we are adding resources as we can. Please contact our Program Manager (programmanager@nmffc.org) if you have questions which are not answered here and/or if you have resources to share.
- I would like to get a driver’s license. Where do I start?
If you would like an overview of how to get a driver’s license as well as some information about buying a car and car insurance, attend a Drive into the Future Overview class. It’s free, lasts about one hour, and is virtual. It is not a driver’s education class. See upcoming dates and sign up to attend at this link: https://forms.gle/BvsPDfApMayQExqdA
Here’s the link to guided notes for the Overview class: Guided Notes - I would like to take a driver’s education class. How do I find one?
You can find a list with some accredited driving schools at this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fCPzLkuAMscu1G0Jbw6QKMns1rlAHIoS5KkDAv1-bRo/edit?usp=sharing
This information is provided as a resource; NMFFC does not endorse or vouch for any schools on the list. - I would like to take a driver’s education class. How do I pay for it?
Coming soon - I would like to buy a car. How can I plan for that? What should I think about?
Coming soon - I need to get car insurance. How do I do that?
You can try using this form to gather information about different car insurance options: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17fnNfUj_E2guJ2CR_n-HICLBQ7m66TGpLbm1j9qoDMQ/edit?usp=sharing
