Expands services for homeless youth in New Jersey through street outreach, basic center shelter, and transitional living programs.
The bill expands services for homeless youth in New Jersey by enhancing street outreach, basic center shelter, and transitional living programs. It mandates that basic center shelters notify parents or guardians of a youth's admission within 24 hours and report suspected abuse or neglect to the appropriate division. Transitional living programs must now serve youth up to age 25, offering residential care and treatment services. The bill also requires staff training on human trafficking, childhood trauma, and youth homelessness.
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