Kinship Navigator Program Resources

Chapin Hall Policy Brief explaining kinship navigator programs, the evidence-based programs on the Title IV-E Federal Clearinghouse that have ben approved to receive ongoing federal reimbursement, and recommendations to build further evidence in support of kinship navigator programs.

Casey Family Programs summary of a research paper finding that kinship navigation services in Allegheny County, PA led to higher rates of family-centered permanency and increased racial equity in permanency rates.

Casey Family Programs issue brief highlighting state examples to explain how kinship navigator programs are created and funded. Updated in July 2023.

Casey Family Programs summary of a 2017 research paper that found that kinship navigator programs help families meet their needs and stay together.

Casey Family Programs issue brief giving an overview of kinship navigator programs with several state examples. Updated July 2023.