Establishes alternative living arrangements for children at risk of abuse or neglect, requiring annual reporting.

New York A00595 amends the social services law to establish alternative living arrangements for children at substantial risk of abuse or neglect. These arrangements allow children to temporarily reside with relatives or suitable persons without judicial removal. The arrangements are temporary, written agreements developed by child protective services. They require annual reporting by the Office of Children and Family Services, including data on the number of agreements, extensions, and children placed in foster care.

Establishes alternative living arrangements for children at risk of abuse or neglect, requiring annual reporting.

New York A00595 amends the social services law to establish alternative living arrangements for children at substantial risk of abuse or neglect. These arrangements allow children to temporarily reside with relatives or suitable persons without judicial removal. The arrangements are temporary, written agreements developed by child protective services. They require annual reporting by the Office of Children and Family Services, including data on the number of agreements, extensions, and children placed in foster care.