Transitioning From Care Guide – Revised Edition

Developed by Jeff Solberg in collaboration with ALIGN (previously AASCF) and AFKA (previously AFPA) to improves outcomes for youth in care and their caregiver

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Survey Question:
Ideally, what role would you prefer to take during the Transition to Adulthood period for the children in your care?

While only 28% were very confident that they were prepared to lead youth through the transition process, another 43% felt somewhat prepared, and judging by the answers to the next question, a full 88% revealed a commitment to being a part of the process either as a part of a team, or even leading the process themselves. The level of commitment that has been demonstrated by both foster and kinship homes is incredible…

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April 29, 2016