County review finds 23 compliance problems at Walden housing program for former foster youth

The contractor agreed with the findings and submitted a corrective action plan, county child welfare officials say.

Board of Supervisors· posted Jun 29Report

A county review of Walden Family Services, which houses former foster youth ages 18 to 21 and their children, found the contractor missed required staff training checks, case manager visits and life skills hours. The Department of Children and Family Services reported the findings to the Board of Supervisors, and the contractor submitted a corrective action plan.

What happens next

Contractor to implement the approved corrective action plan.

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