In cases where children are not returned to their biological families, the courts have to find safe, permanent homes for them, including adoptive homes. It is especially difficult in cases where the children have special needs, such as an intellectual or physical disability. In 1997, the U.S. Congress enacted legislation that sought to correct the problems inherent with the foster care system and achieve permanency for children with special needs.
In a report, detail the provisions of the Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997 (ASFA).
Be sure to include the following in your essay:
What was the purpose the ASFA?
What are some of the programs that the ASFA funds?
What are some of the changes that the ASFA has made when it comes to foster care and adoption?
What provisions does the ASFA have for children with special needs?
