It’s All Relative: Supporting Kinship Connections

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services highlights the importance of kinship care – care by a close relative or friend – if a child cannot remain with their parents. Research has shown that children have the best outcomes when raised in a supportive environment by people they know. This article emphasizes the preference for kinship connections and provides links to the Children’s Bureau website, where there are tips and advice for those interested in child welfare and kinship care. The website also hosts an outreach tool to help advocates and professionals engage the public in fostering child well-being.