About this trial
The primary objective of this study is to test the effects of an evidence-based prevention intervention (CPP) adapted for foster and kinship caregivers of young children (FC; foster care) on caregiver competence and child behavior problems for children in foster care compared with an active comparator group that receives standard supports through the child welfare and healthcare systems (i.e., usual care).
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Must be a licensed foster caregiver or kinship caregiver to a foster child between the ages of 2 and less than 9 years of age
Must be a licensed foster caregiver or kinship caregiver to a foster child in Ohio and in the custody of Hamilton County Job and Family Services, Butler County Children Services, or Montgomery County Children Services
Must be in good standing with the foster care agency
Must be English-speaking
Disqualifiers
Not having a foster child between the ages of 2 and less than 9 years
The foster child not being in the custody of Ohio counties: Hamilton County Job and Family Services, Butler County Children Services, or Montgomery County Children Services
The foster child was placed in the home more than 45 days prior to enrollment
The foster child being moved out of the placement prior to the start of the intervention
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Chicago Parent Program for Foster Care
- Usual Care
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
Lead sponsor
Johns Hopkins University
Collaborator
Ohio State University
Collaborator