The experiences of older youth in and aged out of foster care during the COVID-19 pandemic: Material and financial well-being by foster care status, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and race.

Greeson, Johanna K.P.; Gyourko, John R.; Jaffee, Sara R.; Wasch, Sarah

doi:10.1037/ort0000615

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“…There are certain aspects of identities which consistently predicted poor outcomes for youth in foster care. These identities include gender, racial/ethnic minority status, special education needs, and disabilities (Greeson et al, 2022 ). Moreover, early 2020 predictive models suggested that brown and black students are at greater risk of withdrawing from schools.…”

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A Mixed-Methods Study Exploring the Educational Experiences of Foster Youth and Foster Parents During COVID-19

Lee

Rauktis

Mulzet

et al. 2023

Child Adolesc Soc Work J

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The COVID-19 pandemic and measures taken to decrease the spread impacted youth in foster care and foster parents in a myriad of ways. One critical yet unexplored area is how educational changes during the first 2 years of the pandemic impacted this specific group of youth in foster care and foster parents. This exploratory study used three methods: (1) A scoping review of the prior research on pandemics/climate events and school closures and the research from early 2020; (2) individual interviews and focus groups with foster parents and teachers; and (3) an online survey of 88 foster parents. We endeavored to include findings at each stage of the process. Research from prior epidemics and school closures and predictive models predicted learning losses which were verified by the findings in the survey and interviews. Foster parents reported that the youth in foster care had great difficulty concentrating with on-line delivery and the absence or greatly limited access to mental health services compounded the challenges. Even as children returned to classrooms, the behavior of children, youth resulted in suspensions and expulsions likely increasing learning losses. The discussion identifies some approaches to addressing COVID-19 learning gaps and the mental health needs of this vulnerable group of children and youth.

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A Mixed-Methods Study Exploring the Educational Experiences of Foster Youth and Foster Parents During COVID-19

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Mulzet

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Child Adolesc Soc Work J

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“…Scholars recognized that marginalized youth were at heightened risk during the pandemic, owing to additional difficulties meeting basic needs, economic uncertainty, potential for negative family interactions, and more limited access to resources (Amechi, 2020 ; Silliman Cohen & Bosk, 2020 ). Preliminary research on the experiences of foster care alumni during the pandemic has identified numerous adverse effects on young people's education, employment, housing, finances, and physical and mental health (Greeson et al, 2020 ; Ruff & Linville, 2021 ). In April 2020, Greeson et al ( 2020 ) surveyed 281 youth ages 18 to 23 with histories of foster care involvement.…”

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“…Preliminary research on the experiences of foster care alumni during the pandemic has identified numerous adverse effects on young people's education, employment, housing, finances, and physical and mental health (Greeson et al, 2020 ; Ruff & Linville, 2021 ). In April 2020, Greeson et al ( 2020 ) surveyed 281 youth ages 18 to 23 with histories of foster care involvement. Over half (55%) reported food insecurity, and nearly half (48%) reported adverse effects on their employment.…”

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“…Due to the digital divide and inequitable access to broadband internet, technology, and quiet spaces to work, college students who are foster care alumni experienced additional burdens during the pandemic (Amechi, 2020 ). Two thirds of respondents in Greeson et al's ( 2020 ) survey reported that their educational progress was negatively impacted by the pandemic, with 31% reporting that they lost access to academic supports, such as tutoring, internet access, and financial aid counselling, among others. A different survey of youth with histories of foster care involvement found that compared with prepandemic, more youth were disconnected from both school and employment (Rosenberg et al, 2022 ).…”

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“Trying to be positive in the face of the storm”: The experiences of independent college students during the COVID‐19 pandemic

Sapiro

Shpiegel

Ventola

et al. 2022

Child & Family Social Work

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The COVID‐19 pandemic created multiple stressors for college students, particularly for young adults experiencing multiple forms of disadvantage. Little is known about the pandemic experiences of independent college students, many of whom are emancipated minors, former wards of the state, and other students who lack familial financial and practical support as they pursue higher education. Twenty‐three independent students, ages 18–23, from one northeastern university were interviewed to understand how independent students were affected by the COVID‐19 pandemic, and their needs for support from the university during this time. Most participants were identified as Black or Latinx, and two thirds were first‐generation college students. Participants reported an overall lack of support from their families prior to the pandemic. During the pandemic, they experienced compounding academic, economic, and mental health‐related stressors. Students responded to these stressors in resilient and resourceful ways, by adapting to their new realities, expressing gratitude, and finding opportunities for self‐growth. Participants recommend that institutions of higher education support independent students during periods of emergency through providing financial assistance, offering opportunities for connection with both adults and peers, and demonstrating administrative flexibility and understanding of their unique needs.

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“…One multidisciplinary study in the USA describ the experiences of youth workers in the context of the pandemic, focusing on child protective services (Renov et al, 2022). Greeson et al( 2022) also used a phenomenological perspective to explore the impact of the pandemic on vulnerable youth, specifically those aging out of foster care, from the perspective of those youth. However, there are limited studies on the experiences and the impact of youth workers from a cross-section of youth services.…”

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Working with Youth During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Adaptations and Insights from Youth Workers

Khoury

Boisvert-Viens

Goyette

2023

Child Adolesc Soc Work J

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In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic thrust the world’s population into a crisis. Social workers and other professionals working with youth have been front-line witnesses to the accentuated negative impact of this public health emergency on youth and their families as well as to the creative adaptive strategies of youth and their families. Purpose: Because youth workers are often the first to identify and respond to the needs and desires of children and youth, it is critical to better understand the ways in which youth workers adapted, coped, and intervened within the context of this global health, social, and economic crisis. Youth workers play a central role in the lives of children and youth. Their perspective is key to recognizing both practice innovation and organizational impediments. Method: 31 youth workers in mental health, housing, primary care, and child protection participated in focus groups discussing the impact of the pandemic during waves 1 and 2 on the youth and families they work with and, consequently, on their own practice. Results: include two central domains that organize findings around adapting professional practice to crisis situations: (1) the first-person experience of working with youth during the pandemic; (2) the changing needs and risks faced by youth and their families. Discussion: These domains include discussions around participant emotions and feelings of isolation, helplessness, and fear as well as adaptability. The article concludes with recommendations to support youth workers and adapt organizational structures to help protect youth from increased risk and vulnerability during a pandemic or other crises.

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The experiences of older youth in and aged out of foster care during the COVID-19 pandemic: Material and financial well-being by foster care status, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and race.

Cited by 10 publications

References 27 publications

A Mixed-Methods Study Exploring the Educational Experiences of Foster Youth and Foster Parents During COVID-19

A Mixed-Methods Study Exploring the Educational Experiences of Foster Youth and Foster Parents During COVID-19

“Trying to be positive in the face of the storm”: The experiences of independent college students during the COVID‐19 pandemic

Working with Youth During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Adaptations and Insights from Youth Workers

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