What kinds of crimes have the OYA youth offenders committed?
Many youth offenders have committed serious crimes including theft, burglary, a sex offense, forgery or assault. Most youth offenders have drug and alcohol issues. Youth assessed as appropriate for foster care have completed all or most of their treatment and have demonstrated behavioral stability. What about school? Most youth offenders can and do attend public school, while others may need educational assistance. These youth offenders may have Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and may need to attend alternative schools or other programs available in the area. What is expected of foster parents? Foster parents are expected to role model appropriate behaviors, hold each youth offender accountable for his/her behaviors, and support the youth offender in learning new skills and behaviors. Youth offenders are in need of structured supervision. Foster parents are expected to supervise and know where the youth offender is at all times. Foster parents work with the youth offender’s Juve
