Aging Out Without Support | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Young adults with disabilities aging out of Manitoba’s child welfare system are caught in a crisis of care—suddenly stripped of childhood supports while facing massive delays in adult services, risking homelessness, mental health collapse, and unemployment. Systemic failures, including fragmented planning and eligibility barriers, leave them stranded during a critical transition. New national guidelines call for readiness-based transitions, prioritizing stability, continuity, and holistic support—not just age. The real question: Will Manitoba’s systems finally adapt to meet these vulnerable…