(Source: Vermont Department for Children and Families) A foster youth in Eckerd's Youth Development Program is seeking change in the foster care system through the New England Youth Coalition (NEYC). Chris Turner became involved with the Eckerd Youth Development Program in March of 2012, a month after his mother passed away from cancer. Chris has been in and out of foster care for most of his life due to his mother's illness. He has seen a number of foster homes and been to many different schools over the years. "I struggled with my emotions and I never knew who would be there to support me through all the changes happening in my life," Chris said. "With the help of Eckerd, I have found my...
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