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2004

Theses/Dissertations

Foster home care

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Youths' Perceptions Of An Independent Living Program, Valorie Albertina Alba, Gloriana Parral Jan 2004

Youths' Perceptions Of An Independent Living Program, Valorie Albertina Alba, Gloriana Parral

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine the County of San Bernardino's Independent Living Program's (ILP's) efforts to prepare ILP participants for self-sufficiency. These efforts were evaluated from the perspective of foster youth who are currently participating in an Indepent Living Program. The study utilized quantitative and qualitative research methods to assess the ILP participants' preparedness for independence.


Foster Parent Satisfaction, Lila Marie Martin Jan 2004

Foster Parent Satisfaction, Lila Marie Martin

Theses Digitization Project

The findings of this study offer agencies useful ways to develop social relationships with foster parents and to implement useful and accessible training opportunities. Strengthening what works well frees agencies to promote these areas to recruit new parents and simultaneously maintain quality foster homes.