Non Abuse/Neglect Population In Foster Care

["Moore, Terry D" <terrym@xxxxxx>]

We are undertaking a research project in the state of Kansas on a
population of children served by the child welfare system for reasons
other than abuse or neglect.  These children are more commonly referred
to as CHINS (Children in Need of Supervision) or PINS (Persons in Need
of Supervision)  in other states.  In Kansas they are called Children in
Need of Care Non-Abuse/Neglect.  These kids are runaways, truants,
outside of parental control, with parents unable to cope, and under 10
but committed an offense. They tend to be adolescents (60%) but come
from all age ranges.  In Kansas they comprise roughly 30-35% of the
foster care population.       

Can any of you guide me to research or other reports on this population
in foster care?  I am also interested in knowing your state's policies
on this population including how defined (whether identify or not), who
is responsible for providing services, and service delivery models and
interventions.     

Thanks!  

Terry D. Moore
Research Associate
University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Twente Hall
1545 Lilac Lane
Lawrence, KS 66044-3184
(785) 864-8938