ScholarWorks > HHS > Social Work > JSSW > Vol. 26 > Iss. 4 (1999)
Abstract
This article argues that interventions targeted to the needs of emancipated foster youth can prevent them from dependency, homelessness, and incarceration. It presents a profile of emancipated foster youth; focuses on their service needs; and, describes three program models addressing these. The data sources are a synthesis of previous research on independent living programs and findings about recently initiated programs. The data presented suggest policy changes to assure that emancipated foster youth continue to receive necessary service for self-sufficiency after they reach the legal emancipation age.
Recommended Citation
Stoner, Madeleine R.
(1999)
"Life After Foster Care: Services and Policies for Former Foster Youth,"
The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 26:
Iss.
4, Article 10.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.2613
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