The Family First Act includes provisions allowing states to use federal Title IV-E funding to support older youth in foster care to live in family settings, safely care for their own children if pregnant/parenting, and access expanded independent living services. Importantly, the Family First Act also funds states’ efforts to prevent older youth from entering care. More research is needed to understand effective prevention models that meet the unique needs of older youth.

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Family First Act can fund needed services and supports for older youth in foster care | FamilyFirstAct.org

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