This information is from the Answer Book. It covers rights and resources for youth in foster care.
- This page, Youth in State Care, is offered by
- Massachusetts Court Improvement Program
- Massachusetts Court System
Handbook Youth in State Care
| Organization: | Massachusetts Court Improvement Program Massachusetts Court System |
|---|---|
| Date published: | September 1, 2018 |
Overview
This information is for youth in foster care or leaving foster care. It covers many important subjects, such as your rights, services, education, health, and relationships. It also provides answers to questions you may have while in foster care or about your future. It was written to help you reach adulthood more prepared to live safely, successfully, and independently.
Table of Contents
- Making the most of foster care
- Making my plan
- What happens in Juvenile Court permanency hearings?
- Education rights for youth in foster care
- Education after high school
- Education help after high school if you have severe disabilities
- Turning 18
- Getting around
- What about a job?
- Money issues
- Housing after I leave foster care
- Immigration
- Physical and mental health
- Relationships
- Pregnancy and parenting
- Leaving DCF care
- Supporting yourself after you leave DCF
- Helpful contact information
Downloads
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Youth Resource - The Answer Book (2018)
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Contact
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Address
Supreme Judicial Court
One Pemberton Square
Boston, MA 02108
One Pemberton Square
Boston, MA 02108