Guidance · Support · Independence

When your young adult is capable, but stuck.

Pathway Support helps young adults build structure, accountability, confidence, and everyday life skills — while giving families practical support and peace of mind.

Ages 16–24 Select ND communities Virtual support statewide
Young adults talking together in a supportive setting
Built for real life, not just good intentions.
1:1 personalized support
Consistent accountability
Goal-focused planning
Family peace of mind
North Dakota

Guidance. Support. Independence.

Practical support for the daily follow-through that builds independence.

Parent peace of mind

Clear next steps and practical support when families feel stuck.

Daily follow-through

Support for routines, planning, communication, and accountability.

Between appointments

Help turning therapy, advising, or provider recommendations into action.

North Dakota guidance

Local understanding with virtual support options statewide.

Who this is for

Daily support that builds independence.

Sometimes the issue is not potential. It is structure, consistency, and support. Pathway Support is built for young adults who are capable, but need help turning plans into real-life action.

Missing classes, assignments, appointments, or emails Avoiding communication with professors, employers, or providers Struggling with routines, sleep, motivation, or task initiation Depending heavily on parents for reminders and rescue support Falling behind even with therapy, advising, or support already in place Needing help without parents having to nag, enable, or take over
Young adults, ages 16–24 Parents & families
Young adults spending time together outdoors
How Pathway Support helps

Practical support, not just good intentions.

Pathway Coordinators help young adults turn goals into action through structure, accountability, resource navigation, and consistent follow-through.

Executive functioning support

Organizing tasks, deadlines, routines, and next steps.

Weekly planning & routines

Building realistic weekly rhythms that support progress.

Accountability & follow-through

Gentle structure that helps young adults keep moving.

Resource navigation

Connecting with schools, providers, and supports when authorized.

Time management

Helping tasks become visible, manageable, and scheduled.

Communication support

Preparing for emails, calls, appointments, and next-step conversations.

Life skills

Supporting routines that build confidence in daily life.

Parent updates

Appropriate alignment when consent and releases are in place.

A Pathway coordinator providing practical support
Meet the Pathway Coordinator

A guide for between big conversations.

Pathway Coordinators provide practical, non-clinical support for young adults who need help turning goals into daily follow-through.

Organize routines and schedules Support weekly planning and follow-through Identify barriers and next steps Assist with resource navigation Prepare for school, work, and life transitions Coordinate with parents, schools, or providers when authorized Encourage independence rather than dependency
Pathway Coordinators are practical support partners — not therapists or tutors.
How it works

A clear path forward.

The process is designed to feel simple, supportive, and practical — not overwhelming.

Conversation at a table

Talk With Our Team

A parent, young adult, or referral partner reaches out.

Planning next steps together

Initial Assessment & Roadmap

A Pathway Coordinator learns about needs, goals, barriers, and support options.

Personalized coordinator support

Personalized Support Plan

The young adult receives a practical plan focused on structure, accountability, and independence.

Ongoing support from the Pathway team

Ongoing Pathway Support

Support continues through the appropriate level of engagement, with updates and coordination when authorized.

Support tracks

Built around school, work, and daily life.

Pathway Support can be tailored to the real-life area where follow-through is breaking down.

Cassie, Pathway coordinator
Academic Track

For school, college, or training.

  • Deadline tracking
  • Syllabus planning
  • Class routines
  • Campus resource navigation
  • Authorized advisor communication
Kayla, Pathway coordinator
Employment Track

Practical

  • Application follow-through
  • Interview preparation
  • Work routines
  • Employer communication
  • Budgeting and consistency
Emily, Pathway coordinator
Daily Living / Independence Track

Consistent

  • Sleep and wake routines
  • Meals and organization
  • Appointment follow-through
  • Home responsibilities
  • Confidence in daily life
Quick fit tool

Could Pathway Support be a fit?

This short tool is not a diagnosis or clinical screening. It is a starting point for deciding whether to talk with our team.

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Question

A Pathway coordinator ready to connect with referral partners
Referral partners

Support between
appointments.

Pathway complements the work of therapists, counselors, academic advisors, accessibility offices, treatment providers, and community partners by helping young adults follow through on practical next steps between appointments and services.

Who to refer

Young adults ages 16–24 who are capable but struggling with school, work, appointments, routines, communication, or independence.

What happens next

The family or young adult connects with our team, completes a fit conversation, and receives a practical roadmap when appropriate.

Clear boundaries

Practical support.
Non-clinical by design.

Pathway Support does not provide therapy, diagnosis, medical care, crisis intervention, emergency services, tutoring, or academic advising.

When clinical, emergency, or state-funded support is a better fit, our team can help point families toward appropriate resources.

Our connection
Pathway Support

Connected to Better Together ND

Pathway Support is a premium support service connected to Better Together ND, an organization experienced in helping individuals and families across North Dakota navigate complex systems, build stability, and connect with meaningful support.

North Dakota grounded—with virtual support statewide, including Fargo, Grand Forks, Bismarck, and beyond.
FAQ

A few things families
often ask first.

No. Pathway Support is a non-clinical service focused on structure, accountability, routines, follow-through, and life navigation.

Young adults ages 16–24 who are capable but struggling with daily follow-through, independence, school, work, appointments, or transitions.

A coordinator helps organize next steps, build routines, support accountability, navigate resources, and coordinate with parents, schools, or providers when authorized.

When appropriate and authorized, yes. Updates depend on the young adult’s age, consent, signed releases, and support plan.

Young adults over 18 have privacy rights. Information is shared with parents or providers only when appropriate authorization is in place.

Pathway Support is not a crisis or emergency service. For an immediate safety concern, contact 911, call or text 988, or use local crisis support.

Pricing is not listed publicly during the soft launch. Our team can discuss assessment and support options during the initial conversation.

Pathway does not replace tutoring or advising. It helps young adults build structure, follow through on tasks, navigate resources, and take practical next steps in daily life.

Pathway Support is available in select North Dakota communities, with virtual support options available statewide.
The first step

You don’t have to
figure it out alone.

Whether you are a parent, young adult, or referral partner, our team can help determine whether Pathway Support is the right fit.

Looking for no-cost support options?Pathway is designed for families seeking private, premium support. Some individuals may qualify for other Better Together ND services through Medicaid or state-funded programs.

Please do not include private medical information. For emergencies, call 911 or call or text 988.

Success stories

Real progress.
More confident next steps.

Support looks different for every young adult, but the goal is the same: practical momentum that carries into everyday life.

Pathway Support has been a game changer for our son and our family. The support is consistent, caring, and makes a real difference.

Weekly planning and consistent check-ins can turn overwhelming responsibilities into smaller, manageable next steps that are easier to follow.

Practical skill-building gives young adults room to practice independence while families gain clearer expectations and greater peace of mind.

Let’s talk about your
specific needs.

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