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California State University, San Bernardino

2012

Foster children Services for California San Bernardino County

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Effects Of Sibling Placements On Stability And Permanency In Foster Care, Andrea Trinidad Lomeli Jan 2012

Effects Of Sibling Placements On Stability And Permanency In Foster Care, Andrea Trinidad Lomeli

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to assess overall placement stability and permanency of children in joint or separate sibling placements within the San Bernardino County Department of Children and Family Services. The purpose of child welfare agencies is the safety, protection, and permanency of children and the promotion of child and family well-being. Therefore, it is important to research the effects of sibling placements in foster care.


Perceptions Of Group Homes Among Former Foster Youth: A Needs Assessment, Moraima Davalos Jan 2012

Perceptions Of Group Homes Among Former Foster Youth: A Needs Assessment, Moraima Davalos

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to see how former foster youth perceived group homes. This study obtained interviews from six former foster youth between the ages of 18 and 43 years old. A qualitative study design consisting of open ended interview questions was used to get a clear assessment of group homes from the participants view.


Fostering Resiliency In Emancipated Foster Youth: What They Need To Transition Successfully, Olga Cherie Phillips, Maria Guadalupe Martinez Jan 2012

Fostering Resiliency In Emancipated Foster Youth: What They Need To Transition Successfully, Olga Cherie Phillips, Maria Guadalupe Martinez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to assess emancipated foster youths' views on challenges, resilliencies, and coping strategies associated with aging out of foster care. It seeks to identify resiliency or qualities which helped former foster youth overcome their struggles while in the child welfare system.