The team at Foundations Asheville, a transitional living program designed to help struggling young adults, is excited to announce the addition of Lindsay Furst as the program’s new Director of Education and Career Readiness.

A graduate of Michigan State University and a National Board Certified Teacher, Furst has over a decade of experience in education. Prior to joining Foundations, she taught English and exceptional children programs in the area and is a pillar of the Asheville community. The Foundations Asheville team welcomes the cultural, academic, and career experience Furst brings to the program.

Furst is excited to join the team at Foundations Asheville and help students grow. “I look forward to helping more young adults find their path and prepare for the next steps in their journey,” Furst said. “Helping young people determine what their interests are and how this can be translated into education and career opportunities is a rewarding process that I am proud to be a part of.” 

Students at Foundations have several options for continuing their education or beginning their career path. Students who still need to obtain their high school diplomas have options for completion. Many students take courses at the local community college which offers both traditional courses and trade skills like culinary arts, woodworking, and paramedic training. Foundations also partners with local businesses to help students gain experience via internships or other job opportunities.

The Foundations Asheville team is committed to helping young people launch into adulthood with the skills they need to be successful. To learn more about academics at Foundations please visit https://foundationsasheville.com/meet-your-goals/career-growth/ or call (877) 318-7273.

Foundations Asheville is a program for young adults of all genders ages 18-24 who are struggling to find the motivation to launch into adulthood. Many of our students struggle with anxiety, depression, social skills, and learning difficulties. This program is committed to helping young adults develop and sharpen the skills they need to be successful in the real world. There is a focus on teaching students how to enter the workforce, develop vocational trades, and functional living skills. Located in Asheville, North Carolina, Foundations Asheville gives young adults the opportunity to gain confidence, find their purpose, and learn useful skills that will help them navigate through the adult years. For more information about Foundations Asheville, please call (828) 604-6570.