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A panel of volunteers that reviews cases of children in foster care to ensure they receive proper care and services.

The process of establishing a long-term living arrangement for a child that is intended to last until adulthood.

A process where child welfare staff work on two permanency plans at the same time, such as reunification and adoption.

The legal and social work process aimed at returning a foster child to their biological parents.

A type of foster care where a relative becomes the foster caregiver, providing care and supervision for the child.

A governmental agency responsible for investigating reports of child abuse or neglect.

A court-appointed advocate for a child in a case involving the child's welfare, such as custody or abuse/neglect proceedings.

A court action that legally ends the rights of parents over their biological child, making the child available for adoption.

Financial assistance provided to foster parents to cover the cost of a foster child's needs.

The process of finding a temporary caregiving home for a child in state custody.

The process by which prospective foster parents are evaluated and approved to care for children.

The legal process by which a foster child becomes a permanent and legal member of the foster family.

A plan developed for foster youth approaching the age of majority, outlining services and support for transitioning to independent living.

A document developed by caseworkers outlining goals and services for the child and birth family in foster care.