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Juvenile Facilities Struggle to Reform | Spokane News
Juvenile facilities like Green Hill and Echo Glen are drowning in overcrowding and chaos, with staff turnover hitting 47%—now down to 22.8% thanks to new policies, training, and Harbor Heights. But experts warn it’s not enough: more residents mean more fights and drug incidents, driving staff away and creating a vicious cycle. The agency’s head, Tana Senn, admits they can’t fix this alone—they need legislative help to expand capacity, fund community programs, and tailor rehab to each youth’s needs. With every 10 extra residents sparking six more assaults and drug incidents, the clock is…
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