My office's fire alarm is going off. My apologies, I have to leave the meeting for a moment.

Oh boy. I hope you all are safe!

Microwaved popcorn. I am back.

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Ex order ICJC: https://gov.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/74/2020/12/eo-2020-20.pdfMeta Review Foster Care Systems statewide: https://www.ncsl.org/research/human-services/extending-foster-care-to-18.aspx

From Director Prow

I've got to leave early today. I've enjoyed participating in this work group with all of you! I think we've come up with some excellent recommendations. Please feel free to contact me if you ever have questions about DHW Children's Mental Health. kyle.hanson@dhw.idaho.gov 208-234-7912

Thank you Kyle

A study by the Chapin Hall Center for Children found that 19-year-old youth in Illinois who chose to remain in foster care experienced better results than did 19-year-old former foster youth in Iowa and Wisconsin, who were required to leave care at age 18. The Illinois youth received more independent living services, progressed further in their education, had more access to health and mental health services, and experienced less economic hardship and involvement in the criminal justice system than did those who left care.

I know this is the children and youth workgroup, but support may be needed for adults, as well, transitioning back to the office!!

Great job everyone!!!!!!!!

Great work everyone. A lot of good things here