Know Your Rights

The following articles contain answers to frequently asked questions from Betsy Krebs, Esq. a lawyer who has represented over 1,000 foster care youth in Family Court. She is now director of the Youth Advocacy Center which fights for the legal rights of foster care youth. Though specific contact information is for New York City only, answers to the questions are based on New York State law and apply equally to all New York social services districts.

Select from below to find answers and advice on the following topics:

• Aging Out
• Allowances
• Case Conferences
• Group Homes
• Your Lawyer
• Mental Health Facilities/Placement
• Pregnancy
• Punishment
• Social Security Benefits

Last modified: February 17, 2009

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