Children's Services, Dept. of - As enacted, requires the department and the department of disability and aging to collaborate to ensure that children with an intellectual or developmental disability who are in the custody of the department of children's services or at risk of entering the custody of the department receive appropriate services and supports for individuals with a disability; makes other related changes. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8; Title 9; Title 33; Title 37 and Title 52.

Summary

The bill makes the Department of Children’s Services partner with the Department of Disability and Aging to provide assessments, appropriate placements, ongoing oversight, staff training and care coordination for children with intellectual or developmental disabilities who are in state custody or may enter it. It affects those children, the agencies that serve them, and the staff who work with them. The goal is to ensure these children receive the right supports and protections while in the system.

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