In Ohio, so-called kinship care providers are compensated at a much lower level and for shorter periods than professional foster parents. Recent legislation to boost kinship pay isn't enough, advocates say.
Today on All Sides with Ann Fisher, we look at the jump in kinship care cases and the push to increase compensation.
Guests:
Barbara Turpin, secretary of Ohio Grandparent Kinship Coalition
Scott Britton, assistant director of Public Children's Services Association of Ohio
Rep. Susan Manchester, R-Waynesfield from Ohio's 84th District and Chair of the House Families, Aging and Human Services Committee.