DCYF Enhances Transition Review for Young People Moving from Secure Facilities to Community Programs

Young people in a group
February 13, 2025

The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) finalizes a more comprehensive review process for transitioning eligible young individuals from secure residential facilities to community programs. 


Since January 2024, DCYF has conducted weekly multi-disciplinary committee meetings to assess placements for young people in community facilities.