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A forum for foster children.

D L Rice1, E J McFadden

  • 1National Foster Care Projects, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti.

Child Welfare
|May 1, 1988
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Foster children aged 5-20 shared their experiences and feelings about foster care in a group session. Their insights, observed by leaders, highlighted the critical need to listen to foster youth.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Foster care systems aim to provide a safe environment for children.
  • Understanding the lived experiences of foster youth is crucial for improving care.
  • Limited direct input from children in foster care is often a gap in services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the thoughts and feelings of foster children regarding their experiences.
  • To provide a platform for foster youth to voice their perspectives.
  • To inform foster parents and caseworkers about the children's views.

Main Methods:

  • A joint conference included a group session for foster children aged five to 20.
  • Professional leaders facilitated discussions and observed children's comments and behaviors.

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  • Observations were reported to a subsequent meeting of foster parents and caseworkers.

    • Main Results:

    • Foster children actively participated in expressing their thoughts and feelings.
    • Children's comments and behaviors provided valuable insights into their foster care experiences.
    • The observations were described as both illuminating and moving.

    Conclusions:

    • The voices and perspectives of foster children are essential and must be actively sought.
    • Directly hearing from foster youth can significantly enhance understanding and support.
    • Integrating children's feedback is vital for improving the foster care system.