TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2003//
TI  - A first look at the need for enhanced support services for kinship caregivers
JO  - Child welfare
A1  - Gordon, Amy L.
A1  - McKinley, Sharon E.
A1  - Satterfield, Mattie L.
A1  - Curtis, Patrick A.
SP  - 77
EP  - 96
VL  - 82
IS  - 1
N2  - This article describes findings from a series of focus groups conducted with formal kinship caregivers in Maryland. The findings reveal that kinship caregivers are committed to providing safety and stability for the children placed with them. The findings also suggest that caregiving can be a significant adjustment for many kinship caregivers and that expanded support services are needed to enhance their relationship with the child welfare agency.<p /> <p>Language: en</p> 
LA  - en
SN  - 0009-4021
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -