Child Welfare

Four Ways to Better Support Young Adults Transitioning out of Foster Care

Congress established the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood, known as Chafee, in 1999. That means the program, which provides support to assist young adults transitioning out of the foster care system, is now 23, … Read More

TRANSFORMING CHILD WELFARE SYSTEMS

How can data sharing across child- and family-serving systems be implemented effectively? Complex issues — such as those encountered in child welfare — require complex solutions, often necessitating cross-system data sharing and collaboration. Improving the safety and well-being of children … Read More

Representing Families of Children with Diabetes Facing Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations

I. Introduction Parents and guardians of children with diabetes strive to keep life as normal as possible for their children. They have to work closely with their children’s school and doctor in order to ensure that they are properly cared … Read More

Adoption Triad: The Quality Improvement Center on Engaging Youth in Finding Permanency

The Quality Improvement Center on Engaging Youth in Finding Permanency “When somebody in the agency acted on what I wanted, I felt valued.” —QIC-EY Council Member Child welfare systems across the country are doing better to involve voices with lived … Read More

Literacy Tutoring Program

The Louisiana Department of Education proudly announces the Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program to improve children’s literacy skills. Tutors approved by the Department of Education have expertise in reading and literacy. To find out if your child is eligible, visit … Read More

Dads Matter: The Taxpayer Cost of Fatherlessness

Executive Summary Social science research shows engaged fathers are critical for a healthy society. By comparison, fatherlessness creates myriad costs, both social and economic. Studies show that fatherless children do not go as far in school, have more health problems, … Read More

Newborns Exposed To Substances: Understanding Their Needs and Supporting Their Caregivers

Dr. Stephen Patrick shares information about meeting the needs of infants with prenatal substance exposure and what health care for these children should include. He also discusses Firefly, a program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center to reduce the toll the opioid crisis takes … Read More

Common Developmental Trajectories of Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Dr. Douglas Waite describes the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on neurodevelopment, traces the brain-based developmental and behavioral manifestations of prenatal alcohol-related brain injury across childhood and adolescence, and highlights similarities and differences between other neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism … Read More

Grandfamilies disproportionately at-risk for food insecurity, advocates say

By Brian Rinker It was under tragic circumstances when 2-year-old Alivia went to live with her grandmother, Corrinna Martin, in West Haven Connecticut. Alivia had survived a brutal domestic violence slaying that killed her mother, Chaquinequea Brodie, 29, and her older sister, … Read More

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DEVELOPING & STRENGTHENING INFANT/TODDLER SPECIALIST NETWORKS A Guide for States and Territories

INTRODUCTION & PURPOSEEarly experiences matter. Science shows us that the first 3 years of a child’s life are a critical period for growth and development. “Of the 12 million babies and toddlers in the United States, more than half spend … Read More