The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is actively working to reunite families amidst rising foster care placements. Crystal Garduno, a parent assisted by the Family Treatment Court after losing custody due to domestic violence, praises the program for its supportive approach. She now supports others in similar situations. Despite about 8,000 children still in DCS care, the agency emphasizes the temporary nature of foster care and aims for family reunification. DCS stresses parental rights during investigations, including the right to contest allegations and decisions through formal channels like the Ombudsman.
Arizona DCS Hails High Reunification Rates Amid Rising Foster Care Placements
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