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West Central Regional Juvenile Center reports steady demand, new female transition unit and staffing improvements
Summary
The juvenile center told the county board it averaged about 20 youths in both secure detention and secure residential programs in 2024, is licensed for 55 secure beds (65 physical capacity), is opening a female transition unit, and is seeing increased demand for psychiatric services.
James, director of the West Central Regional Juvenile Center, gave the board an annual update on March 11 outlining program activity, staffing and partnerships.
Key takeaways from the presentation: - Secure programs and capacity: The facility is licensed for 55 secure beds and has physical space for 65; staff said they typically operate at an effective capacity of around 40, balancing member‑county needs and nonmember placements. James said the center averaged about 20 youth in secure detention and about 20 in secure residential programs during 2024. - Programming and partners: The center provides education through Moorhead Public Schools for youth on site and contracts therapy and clinical…
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