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The lack of accessible information is a barrier to further exploration and understanding of out-of-home care in Asia. Definitions of alternative care are unclear and in many contexts non-existent.
In light of these issues, research was undertaken to provide an overview of the social welfare landscape of 10 identified Asian countries (Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam). It covered the spectrum of care provisions including; family preservation, reunification, guardianship, kinship care, foster care, domestic and inter-…
According to the article, the Social and Family Development Ministry of Singapore is looking to better help children in foster care or homes. Mr Chan, the minister of Social Family and Development in Singapore, indicated that the best environment for children to grow up in is one that is akin to a home environment, and this has been supported by evidence from Singapore's and overseas institutional homes. The ministry will also strengthen its re-integration programme for children when they leave the homes or foster care.