This article describes the changes in institutional care in the Czech Republic that were ushered in with the acceptance of the law on the execution of institutional or protective upbringing in 2002. Particularly, it describes the new types of care that emerged after the adoption of this new law, including diagnostic institutions, children's homes, children's homes with school, educational institutions, and more. The article also describes efforts underway in the country to help youth aging out of care to transition to independent living. This includes halfway houses and dormitories. The article concludes with some recommendations for the Czech government in order to ensure appropriate care for all vulnerable children in the country.
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