Foster Care Benefits Manual

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements

Chapter 1: Overview of the California Foster Care System

Chapter 2: Eligibility

Chapter 3: Approval and Licensing Requirements for Caregivers

Chapter 4: Foster Care Financial Benefits

Chapter 5: Health Care Benefits for Foster Children

Chapter 6: Programs for Foster Youth Ages 16 - 21

Chapter 7: Intersection of Foster Care with Other Public Benefits

Chapter 8: Permanency Options and Related Benefits

Chapter 9: Overpayments and Underpayments

Chapter 10: The Appeals and Fair Hearings Process