California

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Did you know foster care runs differently in every state?

The team is working to pull together information that will help you navigate foster care in your state and access all the resources you're entitled to.

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Resources in your state

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Education: College / Higher Ed

The PATH (Promoting Achievement Through Hope) Program is a support program that empowers foster youth, students who were adopted, students who are in...

Education: College / Higher Ed

The Renaissance Scholars Program exists to support the growth and development of former foster youth. Ultimately, it's aiming to improve the...

Education: College / Higher Ed

The Guardian Scholars Program is a comprehensive program with the goal of supporting former foster youth in their efforts to gain a college education...

If you don't find what you're looking for, or if there's info that should be listed here, contact us.

If you are being physically harmed — or are in danger of being harmed — it's an emergency. DIAL 911

Consider speaking with a foster parent, caseworker, an Independent Living Provider, your Attorney (or CASA or GAL), your school counselor, a therapist, or church pastor. You can also contact FosterClub by clicking the talk icon in the lower right corner.

When it is safe to do so, contact your caseworker first. If you do not receive a response within 3 business days, you could contact the Manager at the branch where your caseworker works. Finally, you could contact your State's Ombudsman. Check out our Youth Guide to Complaints.

Health Care for Former Foster Youth 

Did you know that young people from foster care have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 through their 26th birthday? Qualification to access Medicaid is NOT dependant on employment or education status. 

Get to Know Lived Experience (LEx) Leaders from your state

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