Matching in foster care and how we can improve it
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Research
- Tuesday, February 1, 2022 | CYP Now
The process of “matching” children and young people in care to their foster carers is a pivotal moment in the care journey; a good “match” decision, process of sharing information, and process of moving into the household can help a child feel safe, loved, and happy. In the UK, the majority of children in care live in fostering households and are affected by matching.