DSS efforts to strengthen families were highlighted in a recent article by The Annie E. Casey
Foundation. The piece focused on DSS and other stakeholders’ work to build up our capacity
for prevention. That’s done by providing earlier support and services to build family strength
and avoid the need for involvement from the child protection system.
Supporting youth in foster care in making healthy choices.
Additional Resources Do you know a youth who is organized, responsible, and proactive? An effective communicator with a positive attitude and an
Please keep and maintain this Education and Health Passport while this child is in your care. Information should beupdated as information changes.
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