By Jill Rippy Teens tend to be the most feared population of foster children. Without a doubt, the majority of the calls and messages I receive from potential foster parents are from those wishing to foster ages 0 to 5. When I ask why they prefer that age group, I typically hear the desire to follow birth order or they are simply afraid of the risk older children pose. Frankly, the response is rooted in fear.
The Most Violent Kids in Foster Care are Toddlers
The Most Violent Kids in Foster Care are…
The Most Violent Kids in Foster Care are Toddlers
By Jill Rippy Teens tend to be the most feared population of foster children. Without a doubt, the majority of the calls and messages I receive from potential foster parents are from those wishing to foster ages 0 to 5. When I ask why they prefer that age group, I typically hear the desire to follow birth order or they are simply afraid of the risk older children pose. Frankly, the response is rooted in fear.