This report is a component of the CIMH Caring for Foster Youth intiative that has been funded and supported by the Zellerbach Family Fund.

by Lynne Marsenich

Thank you for your interest in "Evidence-Based Practices in Mental Health Services for Foster Youth." This report is a component of the CIMH Caring for Foster Youth intiative that has been funded and supported by the Zellerbach Family Fund. This project has focused upon the promotion of mental health assessments and services for foster children throughout California, and has created two screening tools designed to support child and family service systems in these efforts. (The Mental Health Screening Tool (MHST) 5-adult and (MHST)0-5 are available for download or to order on this website).

The "Evidence-Based Practices in Mental Health Services for Foster Youth" report has been presented throughout the state, and is now available in written form, to encourage and inform those who plan, implement and participate in services for foster youth. This component and the training series that will follow into Winter 2002, encourage the use of research information in the planning and delivery of mental health services for this vulnerable population.

CIMH acknowledges the state and county mental health and social services staff, foster parents, California Youth Connection, and the Zellerbach Family Fund whose efforts and resources, through this project, work to improve the lives of foster youth.

Publication Date:
03/30/2002

Download the file here:
Fostercaremanual.pdf