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When former foster children refuse ongoing support

My foster son aged out six months ago and is homeless but he will not accept help from us

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Young adults who learned early not to depend on anyone may reject help even when desperately needed, choosing struggle over vulnerability.

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