North Carolina Division Of Social Services, Final Draft: Foster Care 18 To 21

On December 1, 2016, the North Carolina Division of Social Services (DSS) published this final draft of the Foster Care 18 to 21 program policy description. Foster Care 18 to 21 is a program that offers young adults opportunities to continue foster care placement and transition to independence with county child welfare agency supervision. This policy defines the legal basis for providing foster care benefits and services to young adults, as well as eligibility requirements, development of the Voluntary Placement Agreement (VPA), county oversight, required court hearings, and placement options for young adults receiving services . . .