{Louisville, Kentucky}...A group of social workers, child advocates, judges and legislators met Saturday at the Summit to End Child Abuse Deaths, put on by Kentucky Youth Advocates, to discuss way to lessen the number of children killed in abuse and neglect cases. Kentucky Youth Advocates will send a letter to the General Assembly of their top four changes that legislators can make to improve child neglect, abuse and deaths. Those present agreed that improved transparency and accountability at the state Cabinet for Health and Family Services would be the best way to help. The other three are:
Increase funds for proven and effective services such court appointed advocates, substance abuse programs, in-home services and parent advocate programs;
Increase funds for additional Cabinet social workers and support.
Improve the system of collaboration among agencies involved in the child welfare system.
