Foster Care System Struggles to Support Disabled Children Effectively

Foster Care System Struggles to Support Disabled Children Effectively

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Disabled children represent the largest group within the foster care system and face the poorest outcomes compared to their peers. They tend to remain in foster care for longer periods and have a higher risk of mortality. This highlights significant challenges in adequately supporting disabled youth in foster care.

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Originally published by npr