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Examines State laws and policies regarding the programs that support youth who are in foster care or have been in foster to achieve their educational goals. The issues addressed include support for finishing high school; planning for postsecondary education; and accessing financial supports for postsecondary education, including Federal grants, education and training vouchers, and State tuition waivers.

Presents child welfare strategies for reducing disparities for children, youth, and families of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds in the wake of disasters.

Examines State laws for maintaining records of child abuse and neglect. Almost all States maintain a statewide central registry, which is a centralized database of child abuse and neglect investigation records. In some States, the individual State agencies that received the reports of suspected abuse or neglect are required to maintain these records. Central registry reports are typically used to aid social services agencies in the investigation, treatment, and prevention of child abuse cases and to maintain statistical information for staffing and funding purposes. Central registry records also are used to conduct background checks on prospective foster and adoptive parents.

Provides information for expecting and parenting youth about pregnancy and parenting as well as government assistance, parenting supports, medical services, and other resources.

Ofrece una introducción a los muchos caminos que se pueden tomar para formar una familia a través de la adopción. Esta hoja informativa para familias proporciona una comprensión básica de los diferentes tipos de adopción y recursos relevantes. Incluye discusión sobre las leyes Estatales que rigen la adopción, la selección de una agencia o proveedor de servicios de adopción, el estudio del hogar, el proceso de ser emparejado con un niño, y más. Offers an introduction to the many paths that can be taken to start a family through adoption. This factsheet for families provides a basic understanding of the different types of adoption and relevant resources. It includes discussion of State laws governing adoption, choosing an agency or adoption services provider, completing the home study, being matched with a child, and more.

Introduces families to the various pathways to building your family through adoption. It addresses how prospective adoptive parents make the decision to adopt, such as with the help of an agency or adoption service provider. It also introduces the different types of adoption and guides you to relevant resources. Exploring your adoption options will help you understand the needs of children you may adopt and your family's strengths and challenges in caring for and supporting those children. Understanding your family's abilities can help you make thoughtful decisions about the child you are best suited to embrace as part of your family.

Presents State laws and policies regarding the services and assistance available to youth in foster care who, beginning at age 18, must begin the transition to successful adulthood. It also explores youths' ability to voluntarily extend their placement in out-of-home care. Additionally, it discusses the requirements for remaining in placement and the programs and services available to support the transition to independence.