A discussion of Michigan’s Foster Care cannot be had without strong reference to early childhood education, caregiver training, and Medicaid provisions. The most challenging points of contact between foster care professionals and the most vulnerable children are during efforts to prevent system entry; while finding support for caregivers watching over more difficult cases; and thirdly, when transitioning those who are near 18 years of age to move out of existing care. There are policy-relevant best practices in each of these areas. This forum will provide an overview of who is receiving foster care in Michigan, further understanding of what is most needed for foster care children and families to move successfully forward, and specifics of how we might tackle these challenge points at the state and federal level. Joining the discussion as panelists are:
Panelist Biographical Information
- Michele Corey, Vice President for Programs, Michigan’s Children
- Sacha Klein, Ph.D., M.S.W., Assistant Professor, MSU School of Social Work
- Samantha Martin, Data Curator, Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research, University of Michigan
Video
- Watch the May 2nd 2018 forum
Pictures
- See pictures from the May 2nd 2018 forum