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Ohio’s Child Welfare System in Crisis | Columbus News
Sixteen kids rescued in Vinton County, Ohio, expose deep flaws in the state’s child welfare system—chronic underfunding, staffing shortages, and worker burnout are crippling efforts to protect vulnerable children. Despite a 77% increase in spending over a decade and $1.66 billion spent last year, agencies still handled nearly 78,000 abuse reports and 14,000 foster kids. Overwhelmed caseloads and emotional strain fuel high turnover, leaving gaps in care. This crisis demands urgent reforms to ensure every Ohio child gets the safety and stability they deserve. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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