Intake Decisions
An intake is the process by which DCYF receives and processes reports of child abuse or neglect. In State Fiscal Year 2022, 54% of children referred for intake were screened-in for further investigation. Since 2010, Washington State’s population has grown by 18% (Office of Financial Management), and the number of annual intakes has accordingly increased. The percentage of screened-in intakes however, has remained fairly stable since 2015.
Intakes by Screening Decision and State Fiscal Year, 2010-2022
Intakes by Screening Decision and State Fiscal Year, 2010-2022