Youth feel ‘safe’ and ‘well cared for’ at Baldwin County Regional Juvenile Detention Center: Department of Youth Services

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BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Baldwin County Regional Juvenile Detention Center gave a “strong overall performance” on a recent audit by the Alabama Department of Youth Services, according to officials.

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According to a Baldwin County news release, the center was recently audited by DYS, and “reflected strong overall performance and positive feedback” on facility operations, staff and quality of life for those being held there.

Auditors said they were “extremely pleased” with the facility, noting particularly the quality of care for the residents, staff professionalism and overall environment…

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