Planning for Transition From Title IV-E Foster Care for Youth With Developmental Disabilities

• NCJ Number: 125334
• Author(s): S N Stuart; P West
• Date Published: 1988
• Length: 4 pages
• Grant Number(s): 90CW0792
• Sponsoring Agency: US Dept of Health and Human Services
• Corporate Author: University of Washington
• Sale Source: National Institute of Justice/; NCJRS Photocopy Services
• Publication Format: Document
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

A 1985 Federal law provides funds for State services to help foster children who are age 16 and over to make the transition from foster care to independent living; this transition is particularly difficult for adolescents with developmental disorders.

Abstract

For youth with physically or intellectually disabling conditions, this transition is often hindered by barriers such as economics, lack of preparation, attitudinal problems, lack of available facilities, lack of training, and unfamiliarity with professionals who can facilitate appropriate and achievable levels of independence. Therefore, these youth need additional support and assistance. In addition, they often require services from several different agencies. These services may include medical services, psychological services, vocational services, life-skills development, housing placement, sexuality counseling, language skills, and other services. Providing these services requires thoughtful individual planning and the conscious allocation of resources. 6 references.