Keeping children in their community after they're removed from their homes is the point of kinship placements for foster kids. Allowing kids to stay with family, family friends, or trusted supporters can increase a child's chance for better outcomes.
San Antonio and its surrounding areas are in need of foster families. While the process may seem daunting to some, one local family is trying to encourage others to help a child in need.
Dr. Tracy Burton is a pediatrician and the assistant medical director at As You Are, a virtual clinic whose aim is to help reduce wait times for autism evaluations nationwide.