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When foster care comes to an end ... perhaps too early

Aedan, left, and Jacqui Reed (SBS)

Aedan, left, and Jacqui Reed (SBS) 704 Source: SBS News

Foster children often find their "family life" comes to an abrupt end when they turn 18 years old.


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Foster children often find their "family life" comes to an abrupt end when they turn 18 years old.



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