What is Foster Care?

Foster care is when you are removed from your family’s home because it is not safe for you to be there anymore. A Judge of the District Court can place you in the custody of the Department of Health and Human Services (foster care). The reason you are placed in foster care is to keep you safe while your family has an opportunity to make positive changes.

What is Confidentiality?

Confidentiality means that information about you and your situation is private.

Where will I live?

Here are a few descriptions of different kinds of placements where youth in foster care might live. Talk with your caseworker, Guardian ad Litem (GAL) or another person that you trust about any questions, hopes or concerns that you might have with placement options that are being considered for you.