Description
Discusses promising practices in Kinship across the nation that has led to improved outcomes for children in care. This article highlights creating a kin-first culture within the child welfare system that prioritizes kinship placements. This article goes on to highlight promising practices in New York, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Missouri related to having dedicated kinship staff and the implementation of extensive family-finding programs. It also discusses the financial assistance available to kinship caregivers including subsidies, TANF grants, and licensing financial assistance.
