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Report finds more Nebraskans are aging out of foster care


Person holding a clipboard during a family meeting, with Nebraska Foster Care Review Office logo overlay

A recent Nebraska Public Media article highlights findings from the Nebraska Foster Care Review Office showing that more young Nebraskans are aging out of foster care. The report notes that the percentage of children aging out has nearly doubled in the past 10 years, raising concerns about long-term outcomes like homelessness, mental health challenges and employment instability.