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The Differences Between State and Private Agencies

It’s important for foster and adoptive families to understand the difference between state agencies and private agencies. Dr. Sharen Ford, the Director for Foster Care & Adoption at Focus on the Family, shares the pros and cons of each agency type, as well as what families can expect when working with state and private agencies.
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