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Archive Home > 2009 > July > 30 > Project aims to reduce number of children in foster care

Project aims to reduce number of children in foster care

Pilot program focuses on finding members of family to take in kids

By Hillary Borrud / The Bulletin
July 30, 2009

At 15 years old, Sherry faces greater challenges, with less support, than most girls her age. Sherry has few known friends or family members, has attempted suicide and cut herself, and her mother and stepfather have grown frustrated with her behavior.

Now, the mother and stepfather might not....

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