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DCYF’s Response to DRW Out-of-State Placement Case Study of Washington’s Youth

October 17, 2018

Olympia —Today, Disabilities Rights Washington (DRW) publicly released its recommendations to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) after conducting a case study of out-of-state youth. The DRW case study is a review of Clarinda Academy, a facility located in Iowa. After its review, DRW submitted five recommendations to DCYF.

DCYF Announces Federal Grant to Support Improvements in Permanency

October 8, 2018

Washington’s Permanency from Day One Initiative

Department of Children, Youth, and Families MD Settlement

August 30, 2018

"The irrevocable harm done to this child is devastating and heart-breaking," said Ross Hunter, Secretary of DCYF. "This settlement ensures the child receives the quality care she needs for the duration of her life."