2025 Legislative Priorities
Our collective efforts are transforming child welfare, juvenile justice and children's behavioral health. Together, we are making a lasting impact on Iowa's Families.
Our Focus Areas
♦ Investing in Tomorrow: Child Welfare Qualified Residential Treatment Programs (QRTP) and Shelter Rates
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Ensuring fair and sustainable reimbursement rates for QRTPs and emergency shelters.
- Adjusting rates to reflect the true cost of service delivery.
- Providing resources for staff and youth safety.
- Keeping Iowa's youth in-state for quality services
♦ Supporting Youth in Crisis
- Addressing behavioral health and trauma-related behaviors
- Reducing placement disruptions and out-of-state placements.
- Enhancing services for youth with complex needs.
Real Stories: What This Matters
- Meet Marcus, Greg, and Aubrey - real youth who have faced significant challenges due to gaps in the system. Their experiences highlight the urgent need for funding and policy changes. (Read their stories here.)
Your Support is Vital! Health us advocate for sustainable, well-funded system that keeps Iowa's youth in Iowa.
Contact Kristie Oliver to learn how you can help!
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