What works in foster care? [electronic resource] : key components of success from the Northwest Foster Care Alumni Study / Peter J. Pecora ... [et al.]. Pecora, Peter J. Foster children United States. Foster home care United States. HV863 .W43 2010 362.7330973 22 Includes bibliographical references and index. Description based on print version record. The Northwest Foster Care Alumni Study found that quality foster care services for children pay big dividends when they grow up. Key investments in highly trained staff, low caseloads and robust complementary services can dramatically reduce rates of mental disorders and substance abuse. This book offers a model foster care programme. New York ; Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2009. 2009. 2009 Text 1 online resource (320 p.) http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195175912.001.0001 eng United States. United States.