Foster Care and Child Welfare Week in Review – June 12, 2023
Here are some news items from last week related to foster care, adoption, and child welfare that caught our eye:
According to Imprint News, a recent report highlights that hundreds of children in the Texas foster care system were still residing in hotels or unlicensed placements last month. This concerning situation raises questions about the state’s ability to provide suitable and regulated housing for vulnerable youth. These unlicensed placements lack the necessary oversight and may not meet the required standards for safety and well-being. The report indicates that the number of children in such arrangements has increased significantly over the past year. Advocates are calling for immediate action to address this issue, urging the state to prioritize finding appropriate and licensed foster care placements to ensure the welfare of these children.
According to Fox 4 News, Texas Child Protective Services (CPS) has made progress in reducing the number of youth who are unplaced within the state. CPS has been working diligently to find suitable placements for children in the foster care system, ensuring they are placed in safe and regulated environments. Efforts have been made to streamline the placement process, collaborate with community partners, and recruit more foster families. As a result, the number of unplaced youth has decreased. While challenges remain, CPS is committed to continuing their efforts to ensure every child in the system finds a stable and nurturing home.
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