What happens to the Orphans of the Pandemic?
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Gabriela BhaskarNIKITA STEWART
nytimes.com
5 min
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When the coronavirus pandemic killed thousands of people in New York City, it made orphans of an unknown number of children. At least eight children have been placed in foster care because their parents died from the virus, according to the city Administration for Children’s Services.
The total number is likely higher. Children in families with more money or wider support systems usually handle guardianship issues privately.
Gabriela BhaskarNIKITA STEWART
nytimes.com
5 min
View Original
Note: This is an excerpt. Click the link above to read the article.
When the coronavirus pandemic killed thousands of people in New York City, it made orphans of an unknown number of children. At least eight children have been placed in foster care because their parents died from the virus, according to the city Administration for Children’s Services.
The total number is likely higher. Children in families with more money or wider support systems usually handle guardianship issues privately.