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Frequently Asked Questions

• How many children are in foster care in the United States? In my state? How long do children stay in foster care? What happens to them after they emancipate?
• How many children are abused and neglected each year?
• What are the adoption laws in my state?
• How long do children stay in foster care?

Other Contacts

Child Welfare Information Gateway
AdoptUSKids
Capacity Building Services

You can also contact the Regional Offices of the Administration for Children and Families, which serve as the first point of contact for information and assistance for states and tribes operating child welfare programs.