SB476 updates licensing and operational standards for short-term residential therapeutic programs in California.

SB476 amends the Health and Safety Code to update the needs and services plan for children in short-term residential therapeutic programs. It includes procedures for collaborating with the child and family team. The bill mandates that these programs provide trauma-informed support and transition services to foster youth. It also requires programs to have qualified and certified administrators and licensed nursing staff available. Programs must submit a program statement to county placing agencies for review and maintain accreditation.

SB476 updates licensing and operational standards for short-term residential therapeutic programs in California.

SB476 amends the Health and Safety Code to update the needs and services plan for children in short-term residential therapeutic programs. It includes procedures for collaborating with the child and family team. The bill mandates that these programs provide trauma-informed support and transition services to foster youth. It also requires programs to have qualified and certified administrators and licensed nursing staff available. Programs must submit a program statement to county placing agencies for review and maintain accreditation.