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The Department for Education has announced significant reforms to children’s social care, with a focus on curbing excessive profits, enhancing transparency, and prioritising children’s welfare. With 83% of children’s homes now privately owned, these changes will have far-reaching implications for private providers, introducing stricter financial oversight, empowering Ofsted with enhanced enforcement capabilities, and addressing the operation of unregistered homes. Our article explores these reforms in detail, outlining what they mean for the management and operation of businesses and properties within this sector, as well as explaining how providers can remain compliant amidst these reforms. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eU9RvYtJ #ChildrensSocialCare #ChildrensWelfare #Healthcare

📢 Discover evidence-based child welfare practices with the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse Program Registry! https://lnkd.in/e2TBGCAu   Whether you're a statewide agency, county organization, public entity, or individual practitioner, the CEBC simplifies decision-making. Our user-friendly database consolidates information into simple, straightforward formats, eliminating the need for extensive literature searches or complex research critiques.   The following programs have been newly added to our Program Registry:   - CHOICE Group Motivational Interviewing (MI) for Teens - Free Talk Group Motivational Interviewing (MI) for Teens - MICUNAY Group Motivational Interviewing (MI) for Teens   The following program has recently been rated in a new Topic Area:   - CARE: Creating Conditions for Change   👉 Learn more about these and other additions & updates to the CEBC website in our October newsletter 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g9DhjnTg   #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBased #EvidenceBasedPractice #Research #ImpSci #WeAreChildWelfare #ProfessionalDevelopment

Over the past decade, California has made tremendous strides in transforming its #childwelfare system—At the heart of these reforms has been a critical partnership between child welfare agencies and #Medicaid #managedcare plans to prioritize family connections for children and youth who have experienced separation from their parents. This collaboration is key to reducing reliance on institutional care and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, supportive home. In their latest article, Sellers Dorsey Managing Director, Marko Mijic, and Senior Director of Child and Family Well-Being, Katie Renner Olse, share actionable insights for creating a system where children can live healthy lives and thrive in family-centered environments. Click the link to explore Marko and Katie's article: https://hubs.li/Q02ZH6fL0 #kinshipcare

Check out this new brief from Abt and our partners at OPRE and Child Trends! It describes the specific strategies that Child Welfare Community Collaboration (CWCC) projects use to identify and address equity needs in their communities. The brief also highlights areas where growth is needed to achieve more equitable systems and outcomes. #ChildWelfare #CWCC #CommunitySupport

Child Welfare Reform: Support for Children of Incarcerated Mothers Reforms in child welfare policy are paving the way for stronger support systems for low-income families. However, advocates are calling attention to a unique and critical need for children of incarcerated mothers. Studies show that these children are five times more likely to enter foster care, often facing long-term impacts on their well-being. These proposed reforms focus on temporary support but highlight a need for more comprehensive and sustained support networks for these vulnerable children, ensuring stability and a secure future. It's time to amplify this conversation and advocate for the unique needs of these young lives. #ChildWelfare #SupportForAllChildren #FamilyStability #ChildAdvocacy

What are the promising strategies for identifying and addressing equity needs in communities seeking to prevent child maltreatment? Check out this new brief from Abt and our partners at OPRE and Child Trends that describes the strategies that Child Welfare Community Collaborations (CWCC) projects applied to promote equity: https://lnkd.in/eDzbF-66

Including the $6 billion passed in the 2023 legislative session, spending on welfare programs like Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and childcare is slated to grow by $14 billion during the next four years. And Minnesota already has one of the most generous systems in the country — in fact, we spend the equivalent of $34,379 on public welfare per person living below federal poverty, ranking third highest among the 50 states. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g6WK5wyw

Sole custody grants one parent exclusive authority over key decisions in a child's life, including education, healthcare, and welfare. Understanding this arrangement is crucial for parents navigating custody agreements. If you're navigating custody issues, seek legal advice to understand your rights and options. #SoleCustody #LegalInsights #LegalAdvice #Parenting

True change in #childwelfare starts with equal partnerships. Involve individuals with lived #experience from the start, not as an afterthought. Use these tools to learn how to incorporate lived experience into your child welfare #solutions. https://buff.ly/4bmypAE

Some #families will need extra support to address the mental and behavioral health of their #adopted school-age child. This factsheet from Child Welfare Information Gateway can help determine when it's appropriate to seek help and how to do it. https://buff.ly/3XHxo3e