General satisfaction found in Manitoba native kinship program.(Centre for Excellence in Child Welfare)

From: Community Action | Date: April 24, 2006 | Copyright information

A study conducted by the Centre for Excellence in Child Welfare reports "general satisfaction" with the kinship care program in Awasis Pimicikamak Cree First Nation Kinship Care Program, a northern Manitoba community. However, the community's lack of resources is a problem.

The study finds that providing kinship care is part of their culture and traditions. Many foster parents reported they had also experienced kinship care in the past and believe they should carry on t...

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