My brother is kind of failing as a parent. My mom has taken custody of his kids for the time being, but won't be able to take care of them long-term, so foster care is a real option, sadly. Any way you can help me understand that process, or the history of it?
Foster care
Foster care is a system in which a minor has been placed into a ward, group home (residential child care community, treatment center, etc.), or private home of a state-certified caregiver, referred to as a "foster parent" or with a family member approved by the state. The placement of the child is normally arranged through the government or a social service agency. The institution, group home or foster parent is compensated for expenses unless with a family member.
The State
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