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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.

Washington’s Permanency from Day One Initiative

"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."