@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialNew research reveals that participation in Early Childhood Block Grant services significantly reduces the likelihood of children entering foster care, saving Kansas over $111 million in costs!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialMcDowell County's Safe Babies Court is making strides in reducing foster care time for 46 children, with innovative practices inspired by national conferences paving the way for positive change.
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@citizenptnewsga.bsky.socialGeorgia's child welfare system could save money and reduce foster care stays by investing in independent legal representation for families, as proven by a pilot program that cut care time by 10 months!
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@citizenptnewsoh.bsky.socialButler County faces a staggering reality with over 337 children in foster care, many due to the ongoing heroin epidemic, as new contracts are approved to enhance family services.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialCrossNorth's innovative Bridging Families program is transforming the foster care system by using dedicated "bridge" parents to accelerate reunification and keep siblings together.
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