In this 2-part episode we talk about caring for youth in the foster care system. We are joined by Dr. Hannah Snitzer, medical director and Gaby Espino Peralta a young-adult with lived experience and family navigator for the CIRCLE clinic, a comprehensive and integrated medical home to children and families currently in or at risk of becoming involved with child welfare services. 

In part 2 episode we review the role of trauma informed healthcare, and how trauma and adverse childhood experiences impacts development, psychological and physical health. We discuss how to advocate for and support youth in the foster system. We also review some of the community resources and scholarships to help children in the system advance their education. 

We thank Dr. Snitzer and Gaby for joining us on this episode, but Dr. Lena  takes responsibility for any errors or misinformation. 

Resources

CIRCLE Clinic (Comprehensive Integration of Resilience into Child Life Experiences) | UC Davis Children Hospital

First-of-its-kind health clinic for foster children opens in Sacramento

Safe and Sound: Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma and Adversity

Stronger Starts Episode 1 | Kids Considered™ Podcast | UC Davis Children's Hospital

Parenting After Trauma: Understanding Your Child's Needs - HealthyChildren.org

Foster Parenting - HealthyChildren.org

Adoption & Foster Care - HealthyChildren.org.

Guardian Scholars- Planning for College