The John H. Chafee Foster Care Independent Act of 1999 made significant improvements by doubling the budget to $140 million. It also, required expansion in terms of age range to whom was eligible for services (Fernandes, 2006). Those who had “aged out” of the system were now eligible for these services to continue through the age of 21. The services provided were bettered by including; 30 percent of the budget in boarding young adults ages 18-21, States were given the option to extend Medicaid coverage for young adults ages 18-21 who had just left foster care, the asset limit was increased to $10,000 under the Aid to Families with Dependent Children, independent living activities could happen concurrently with the services provided to find children adoptive families, it forced collaboration between multiple resources to create and implement a plan to assist these children and young adults achieve independence ( Social Security Administration, …show more content…
Without employment and income individuals have difficulty obtaining or understanding health care. National Health Surveys find that family income directly correlates with the amount of medical care you receive. America has noted a consistent inconsistency when it comes to providing health care to low income (Swartz, 2009). In a study done by Stewart, Kum, Barth, and Duncan, 2013, it was found that employment opportunities were low, which led to low persistent earnings to age 24 and in some instances up to age 30. It was also found that work experience prior to 18 significantly improved the employment and earning