The Arizona Governor Katie Hobbsstarted a subsidy between $1,000 and $1,700 per month for certain households. The help is intended for Families taking in children under the care of the State Department of Child Safety (DCS) and intended Facilitating moves to appropriate environments.
The DCS of Arizona increased fees for licensed nursing homes by 50%including those with relatives for the hospitality for children aged six and over.
The assistance will range from $1,000 to $1,700 per month per child, depending on the level of care needed, the government said in a statement.
“By recruiting and retaining more foster families, we help more children succeed and realize the promise of Arizona.” explained the governor.
“Raising a child is a selfless and meaningful act, and I encourage Arizonans who are willing and able to consider it. I am proud to be able to provide this much-needed support to families who are opening their homes to care for children.“, he added.
According to Hobbs’ office, this is the purpose of this program recruit and retain more families And Help improve outcomes for those in your care.
The authorities hope that loans will help make moving to familiar surroundings easier and consequently, reduce the use of group accommodation in the state.
At the moment, In Arizona, there are not enough foster families to care for children ages six and older.
If that happens, DCS will be required to do so, according to the governor’s office Put children in group homes. These centers They don’t offer the same level of stability and support than the corresponding environments.
In return, the average costs for group accommodation, the so-called group care, exceeds care in a foster family.
State standards allow families who voluntarily offer their homes to traumatized children a daily rate.
The amount of Money The depending on age and needsand has the goal cover the costs of care.
Between 2017 and 2025, the state had one 60% decline in licensed nursing homes And a 62% decline in licensed beds.
DCS appreciates that an additional 1046 are required throughout the state the next 12 months for young people aged six to 17.
Looking ahead to the Christmas season, the governor urged families interested in welcoming and caring for a child in their homes to do so Get guidance on requirements and the needs And Register for the program on the official website. You can apply to join the initiative here.
“The Change is more than just numbers. It’s about Open doors for older children who need families now. Many of these youth live in group settings and we believe this increase will encourage foster care to do so Welcome them into your homessaid Christie Scharrer, Southwest deputy director of human development.
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