Prevention & Preservation

Prevention and preservation of families are crucial aspects of creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. One key element is the strong community support that ensures every family has access to essential services within their home county. By utilizing the resources and expertise available in the community, the risk of further trauma and upheaval within households can be significantly reduced. This approach recognizes the importance of not only responding to crises, but also proactively addressing underlying issues and providing support where it is most needed. By working together as a community, we can create a protective web that strengthens families and prevents the occurrence of adverse experiences for children.

Integration of Services

FACT recognizes the importance of integrating services to achieve the best outcomes for families in need. By partnering with Prevention & Family Services, we can work towards the common goal of reuniting families faster and more effectively. We bring together the expertise and resources of both sectors, creating a comprehensive support system that addresses the diverse needs of families. Furthermore, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our services in order to reduce and eliminate systemic biases. By embracing the principles of fairness and equality, we can ensure that every family receives the support they deserve, irrespective of their background or circumstances.

Collaboration of Agencies

Collaboration among different agencies is vital when it comes to providing comprehensive care for children in foster care. The collaboration extends not only to the foster care agencies but also to medical, educational, and specialty services that are outside the regular scope of foster care. By working together, these agencies can ensure that each child receives the necessary support and services they require to thrive. This collaboration also extends to keeping track of funding sources, which helps ensure that adequate resources are allocated to meet the needs of the children. Furthermore, measuring efficiencies and the quality of care provided allows agencies to constantly assess and improve their services, ultimately benefiting the children in foster care and leading to better outcomes for their overall well-being.

BY THE NUMBERS

OVER

25,600

of foster youth in the nation
will spend more than

5 YEARS

in foster care.*

7x MORE
LIKELY

Foster youth are

to have depression and FIVE TIMES more likely to develop anxiety than non-foster youth.

2x MORE
LIKLEY

Foster youth are

to suffer from

POST-TRAUMATIC-STRESS-DISORDER

when compared to veterans.

https://www.afs4kids.org/blog/29-surprising-foster-care-facts/

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