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April 2013Vol. 14, No. 3Social Media Tips for Caregivers

The Department of Human Services in Oregon produced a tip sheet for foster parents and relative providers about the world of social media. The tip sheet identifies the various types of social media and highlights what respective audiences need to know regarding social media, networking, and texting.

The tip sheet also explores the roles of those involved in the lives of youth in foster care and assesses the risks, benefits, and safety issues of using the Internet. Links to advice on how to establish rules and guidelines with youth for social media are also included. Child welfare and related professionals will find an outline of the State of Oregon's Confidentiality guidelines for posting pictures of children in foster care on the Internet.

Social Media Tips for Foster Parents and Certified Relative Providers is available on the Oregon Department of Human Services website:

http://www.oregon.gov/dhs/features/Pages/social-media-tips.aspx