Although Congress created the Chafee program to help older foster youth transition out of care, lack of awareness and limited funding mean Less than one fourth of youth aged 16 to 21 actually received [Chafee] services. The path for youth exiting care is treacherous. Many drop out of school, become parents young, struggle with untreated mental health issues and trauma, and experience homelessness over the past months. (03:44–03:53)
CLAIM
Asserts that less than 25% of youth aged 16 to 21 receive Chafee services.
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