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State Agency Approaches to Use of Temporary Emergency Placements in Foster Care

Announced on  | Last Modified on  | Project Number: A-07-24-06114
Status
Active
Agency
Administration for Children and Families

OBJECTIVE

The Federal Foster Care Program, which is administered at the Federal level by the Administration for Children and Families, helps States provide safe and stable out-of-home care for children. We plan to conduct a nationwide audits that focus on related aspects of State agencies' efforts to ensure the safety of children in foster care placements. Our audit will examine the States' use of temporary emergency placements not designed to house children, such as hotels or offices, when a permanent placement is unavailable.

TIMELINE

  • September 18, 2023
    Announced
  • Today
    Office of Audit Services In-Progress
  • Est FY2026
    Estimated Fiscal Year for Project Completion
Work Plan Type
Office of Audit Services
HHS Agencies
Administration for Children and Families
Issue Areas
Dependent Care Financial Stewardship Public Health Issues Quality of Care
Target Groups
Children and Families
Financial Groups
Grants