Massachusetts

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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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Mental health

The Mission of the Massachusetts Chapter of Foster Care Alumni of America is to make the greatest impact possible for alumni by forging new pathways...

Ombudsman (Complaints)

Ombudsman is a Swedish word that means "representative" or "agent." Ombudsman or Child Advocates, as they are also called, were established within...

Youth or Alumni Group
Leadership Opportunity

https://www.treehousefoundation.net/what-we-do/our-programs/heroes-youth-leadership.html/title/what-is-the-purpose-or-mission-of-heroes- Change –...

Ombudsman (Complaints)

The role of the Office of the Ombudsman is to: Respond to inquiries or issues of clients, foster and adoptive parents, advocates, legislators, and...

Independent Living Program

Independent Living (IL) Programs help current and former foster youth reach their independent living goals, providing services for 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. 

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