75% of foster youth in Howard County are aged 12-21 years.
80% of these youth live in non-traditional settings without parental support or family modeling (group homes, residential treatment centers, etc.).
75% of youth have been moved 3 or more times while in care.
70% have changed schools 3 or more times.
There is inadequate public transportation for youth to get to jobs, college or vocational training.
Most of the youth are placed in foster care because their parents suffer from substance abuse or untreated mental illness and are unable to adequately care for them. A small number of youth are abused by a parent or caregiver and are removed from their care.
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Items can be dropped off at the Voices for Children office at an arranged time. Voices for Children staff and the youth’s CASA volunteer will ensure that the item is delivered to the youth.
You should contact Voices for Children to discuss possible partnerships at 410-740-0933.