Extended Foster Care
Partners for Our Children conducted a systems assessment of Extended Foster Care (EFC) in Washington State under contract with the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). They study was conducted in collaboration with DCYF, the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Research and Data Analysis Division (RDA), Sam D. Martin Consulting, and an advisory group of young people who experienced or were eligible for EFC. This study was informed by DCYF staff and community service partners who participated in focus groups and interviews.
The resulting report synthesizes data across multiple sources to provide a systems assessment of state and federally funded services and benefits for young adults who have enrolled in EFC. The report offers a set of policy and practice recommendations to improve supports for the EFC population to promote successful transitions to early adulthood.
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P4C featured in article about WA State Extended Foster Care Bill
Dr. Emiko Tajima was interviewed for a Washington State Standard Article titled “Extended foster care for young adults up to 21 set to expand in WA.” The article discusses a bill to make requirements less strict for the program, which helps foster youth transition to adulthood.
P4C Extended Foster Care Report Featured in The Imprint
P4C’s Extended Foster Care report was recently featured in an article in the Imprint titled “Washington Lawmakers Want Young Adults in Foster Care To Receive More Help with Fewer Strings Attached.” The article also interviews Tulalip tribal member and former foster youth Andres Thornock.
UW News Article Features P4C Extended Foster Care Report
An article in University of Washington News features P4C’s recent report on Washington State’s Extended Foster Care program. The article explores both the report and its associated study, led by faculty in the UW School of Social Work.