Foster Care

A formal or informal protective arrangement in which a child temporarily or permanently separated from their biological parents is placed under the structured custody and nurturing care of certified alternative caregivers.
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Current September 24, 2026 · Imported
A formal or informal protective arrangement in which a child temporarily or permanently separated from their biological parents is placed under the structured custody and nurturing care of certified alternative caregivers.
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