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Intervention strategies for inappropriate behavior by foster parents

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      Steven Gordon and Commissioner Dannhauser explain the intervention strategies and disciplinary measures in place to address inappropriate behavior by foster parents towards LGBTQ+ youth.

      • Young people have the right to ask for another placement if they experience inappropriate behavior
      • ACS empowers young people to alert their caseworker or assigned attorney about issues
      • If homophobia or transphobia is evident, the young person will be placed elsewhere
      • Foster care agencies may be instructed to 'fire' foster parents who are discriminatory
      • In cases of neglect or emotional impairment, ACS's Office of Special Investigations may get involved