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Foster care (also known as out-of-home care) is a temporary service provided by each state for children who cannot live with their families. Children in foster care may live with relatives or with unrelated foster parents. Foster care can also refer to placement settings such as group homes, residential care facilities, emergency shelters, and supervised independent living.

In Connecticut, foster care is managed by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). It is designed as a temporary arrangement for children who are unable to live with their biological families due to safety concerns, abuse, neglect, or other family crises. Foster care provides a supportive and stable environment for children, with the primary goal being reunification with their families whenever possible. If reunification is not an option, the state may seek other permanent solutions such as adoption. Children in foster care in Connecticut may be placed with relative caregivers, licensed foster parents, or in congregate care settings such as group homes or residential treatment facilities, depending on their individual needs. The state also offers programs for older youth in foster care, such as supervised independent living programs, to help them transition to adulthood. Connecticut state statutes and regulations outline the qualifications for foster parents, the rights of children in foster care, and the procedures for placement and case management.

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