Health-Care Coverage for Children and Youth in Foster Care—and After

Date: February 2026
Health-Care Coverage for Children and Youth in Foster Care-and After

Series Title: Issue Briefs

Author(s): Child Welfare Information Gateway

Year Published: 2026

File Size: 650 KB

Explore health-care coverage options for children and youth in foster care and after. Learn about eligibility pathways for Medicaid and other coverage and find resources to help youth and families access essential health services.