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New Mexico reforms foster care system after audit revealed $4.2M in misused funds, improving child care access and oversight.
New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department reports progress in reforming its foster care system, with up to 80% of children receiving medical care within 30 days of entering custody and an end to housing youth in office facilities.
A joint agreement with child advocates, overseen by arbitrator Charles Peifer, includes creating a foster parent advisory board, reducing caseloads, and improving services.
Leadership changes and new oversight measures follow an audit revealing $4.2 million in misused funds for behavioral health programs, including non-compliant services and unverified expenses.
While CYFD says it acted in good faith, it acknowledges control weaknesses and pledges reforms.
Both sides express cautious optimism for sustained improvements.
Nuevo México reforma el sistema de cuidado de crianza después de que la auditoría reveló $4.2M en fondos mal utilizados, mejorando el acceso y la supervisión del cuidado de niños.