Sources of Health Care and Health Needs Among Children in Kinship Care

The Needs of Foster Children and How to Satisfy Them: A Systematic Review of the Literature

“…Nathanson et al ( 2009 ) argue that screening is not only important when entering care, but also throughout the foster care period. Lastly, many studies have identified a major gap between the medical issues of children in foster care and the services provided (Feigelman et al 1995 ; Hill and Watkins 2003 ; Kaltner and Rissel 2011 ).…”

Comprehensive Health Evaluation of the Newly Adopted Child

“…Studies have demonstrated that the incidence of chronic medical problems and mental health concerns in children living in kinship foster care are similar to those of children living in nonrelative foster care. 102,[106][107][108]…”

Comprehensive Health Evaluation of the Newly Adopted Child

“…Studies have demonstrated that the incidence of chronic medical problems and mental health concerns in children living in kin foster care are similar to those of children living in nonrelative foster care. [53][54][55] …”