Virginia Lags in Finding Homes for Foster Children
The Commonwealth of Virginia has the distinction of leading the nation in a number of impressive categories. We were recently named the best state for business and one of the best states in which to live.
Unfortunately, Virginia also ranks high in a category with significant negative implications. A study by the Pew Charitable Trusts determined that more children "age out" of foster care in the commonwealth than any other state - 21 percent stay in our public system until they turn 18, when they leave their foster families and go out on their own.
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