Michael Epstein

For the nearly half-million children and youth served in out-of-home care, reintegrating into the home and school settings following out-of-home placements presents many challenges. These challenges are even greater for the estimated 30 to 85 percent who are also diagnosed with a disability. Coupled with the risks common to this population (e.g., poverty, psychological distress, limited parent involvement and educational support), it is no surprise that the problems faced by these youth duri...