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Title XIX of the Social Security Act

The section of federal law that established and governs the Medicaid program, providing health insurance to low-income individuals and families.

Medicaid

A joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources. It is the primary health insurance program for many former foster youth.

Foster care

A system in which a minor has been placed into a ward, group home, or private home of a state-certified caregiver, referred to as a 'foster parent,' after being removed from the care of their biological parents or legal guardian.

Kinship caregiver

A relative or close family friend who takes on the role of caring for a child when their parents are unable to do so, often to prevent the child from entering formal foster care.

Legal guardianship

A legal arrangement where a court grants a person (the guardian) the responsibility to care for a minor, giving them many of the same rights and responsibilities as a parent without terminating parental rights.

Emancipated

The legal process by which a minor (someone under the age of majority, usually 18) gains legal independence from their parents or guardians, taking on adult responsibilities and rights.