Geography Matters
This two-page overview explains the utility of using geographic analysis techniques and mapping in child welfare.
Quality of care
Elements of Effective Practice for Children and Youth Served by Therapeutic Residential Care
This brief summarizes research on effective practices for children and youth referred to therapeutic residential care.
Creating a better future: United Nations honors Philadelphia for keeping its civic promises
Philadelphia Department of Human Services received the 2013 United Nations Public Service Second-Place Award.
Improving Family Foster Care: Findings from the Northwest Foster Care Alumni Study
This report examines how more than 600 youth formerly in care have fared as adults and what changes in foster care services could improve their lives.