offered by
Massachusetts Court Improvement Program
related to
Adoption & Fostering
Family Matters in the Courts

Youth in State Care

Rights and resources: The Answer Book

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.

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Top tasks

The Answer Book: Youth in State Care 

What you need to know

The Answer Book: Making the most of foster care 
The Answer Book: Making My Plan 
The Answer Book: What Happens in Juvenile Court Permanency Hearings? 
The Answer Book: Education Rights for Youth in Foster Care 
The Answer Book: Education After High School  
The Answer Book: Education Help After High School If You Have Severe Disabilities 
See all 18 

Contact Information

Address

John Adams Courthouse, One Pemberton Square, G300, Boston, MA 02108
directions 

Phone

(617) 788-6867

Additional Resources

Guide on the disclosure of confidential information
Youth Resource - The Answer Book (2016) (PDF 1.04 MB)
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