Foster Care in Georgia Fact Sheet
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Foster care is a state program that provides temporary substitute homes for children whose families cannot provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. It is one of the many programs administered by the Georgia Department of Human Resources’ Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS). This document contains statistics and additional information about Georgia's foster care program.
By: Georgia Department of Human Resources
Foster Parent Manual for Georgia
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This manual, developed by the Georgia Department of Family and Children Services, is for individuals and families proving foster care to children in Georgia.
By: Division of Family and Children Services
Juvenile Court Glossary of Terms
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This document contains a list of terms frequently used in juvenile court case and their definitions.
By: Cobb County Juvenile Court
Protecting Children: How to Report Abuse or Neglect
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This document describes how to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
By: Georgia Department of Family and Children Services
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