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Care 4 Kids Foster Parent Memo Effective Oct 1st 2026
Important Update effective October 1, 2026 Care 4 Kids is a program designed to support Connecticut foster families by providing resources and assistance to help meet the needs of children in their care. This resource offers valuable support for foster parents and helps strengthen families throughout their foster care journey.
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Foster Care Educational Rights Explainer Foster Club 2026
The Foster Club “Foster Care Educational Rights” resource is an educational guide for youth in foster care explaining their rights within the school system under federal law, including protections under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). It covers the right to remain in the school of origin when appropriate, receive transportation, enroll quickly in a new school, and have educational records transferred promptly. It also explains the role of an Educational Decision-Maker (EDM), the Best Interest Determination (BID) process, protections for students with disabilities, and the right to participate in sports, clubs, and other school activities. The guide encourages youth…
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Legal Guide for Caregivers and Social Workers
Caregivers Legal Resource Legal Status and Representation
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Foster Parent and Licensed Caregiver Bill of Rights
Foster Parent and Licensed Caregiver Bill of Rights Effective Date: July 1, 2025
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WIC: USDA’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children
From the moment you find out you’re expecting until your child turns 5, WIC provides extra support to help keep your family healthy. WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.
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Virtual Academy
Offers an online learning platform tailored for foster youth and their caregivers.
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Wanted and Needed: Emergency Placements
Discusses the urgent need for emergency foster care placements and how families can get involved.
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Urgent Crisis Center Flyer- English
Provides information on how to access urgent care centers during a crisis.
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Urgent Crisis Center Flyer- Spanish
Spanish flyer providing contact information for urgent crisis centers.
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Vacunas de Influenza y Meningocócica para Niños Cometidos con DCF
Spanish document on influenza and meningococcal vaccinations for children in foster care.
Filed under: Medical