The project is about foster care, aging out, and importance of emotional support
The Ministry of Children and Family Development in British Columbia provides foster care for children from birth to the age of 19. But when youth reach their 19th birthday, the parental role of the government finishes abruptly – even though young people may not yet be ready for independent living. This automatic termination of support is known as “aging out.” Experts say that this is the most challenging moment in the lives of youth in care, and the weakest part of the foster-care system. Aware of this challenge, the government does provide youth leaving care with some support. This project examines whether the support is adequate, and what could be done to improve the situation.
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