A Home for Every Child
Under A Home for Every Child, the Administration for Children and Families emphasizes that prevention, foster care, and permanency are part of a single continuum of accountability. Success in the child welfare system is measured not only by increasing the availability of safe homes, but also by helping more children remain safely with their families and reducing the need for foster care.
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Approximately 2 million children received prevention services in 2024. Prevention services help strengthen families, address challenges early, and reduce the risk of child maltreatment before families become involved with the child welfare system.
55%
More than half (55%) of children who experienced maltreatment received post response services in 2024. These services help address safety concerns, strengthen families, and support child well-being.
19%
Fewer than one-quarter (19%) of children with confirmed cases of maltreatment were removed from their homes following an investigation or alternative response. Most children remained safely with their families while receiving services and supports.
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