The Power of Connections
There is extensive research available about the importance of a network of people who care about and love the child who are not paid to be there temporarily while the family is in crisis. The research has shown that permanency, including relational permanency, can positively impact a young person's life trajectory, ultimately improving their well-being and educational outcome. Youth who don't have any connections before they leave care are at higher risk for negative outcomes compared to youth who do find permanency.
But first we have to find those connections…
