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Families are Safe and Economically Stable (Caroline) (Formerly Stability)

Story Behind the Curve

Caroline County has seen a 5 year increase of 123.8% in the Food Supplement Program which is higher than the overall State increase. Caroline County ranks 10th in the State for Low-Income Student Participation in School Lunch and School Breakfast. All 11 schools in Caroline County were eligible for the MD Meals for Achievement Program during the 2011-2012 school year. The rise in Free and Reduced Meals has increased due to the increased poverty rate and the unemployment status in Caroline County.

In Caroline County the rate of OOHP has increased overall, higher than neighboring counties and the rate of MD. Mental and Behavioral Health issues have impacted the rise in data in Caroline due to more stress on families cause by the economic impact in the county.

Strategies to improve these indicators

The Gathering (AKA Community Matters)

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Why Is This Important?

Good nutrition, particularly in the first three years of life, is important for establishing a good foundation that has implications for a child’s future physical and mental health, academic achievement, and economic productivity. Children need safe and stable homes to thrive. These placements represent children and families with the most intensive needs in Maryland. Some children experience multiple placements, thus losing stability and the opportunity to form meaningful long-term relationships with their caregivers.

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