A New Standard In Placement Stability: How Research In Matching Characteristics Can Change The Foster Care System

Nationally, one third of foster care children experience at least three placement moves despite the importance of placing these children in safe and stable environments as soon as possible. Many foster care agencies, both private and public, have long struggled with inefficient processes for matching foster children to the right families. Poor matches often lead to more placement disruptions and extended time spent in foster care for many children, which has many negative implications for their health. Multiple placement disruptions and more days spent in foster care can also lead to tremendous financial costs for agencies. To combat this struggle . . .