Each of the counties had identified day programs as a need for their children, Fonvielle said. Children may receive class credit, enabling them to complete the school year on time. The emergency shelter will provide housing for up to 30 days for children in the juvenile court system. Fonvielle said he expects 15 to 35 children to be served at each center, depending on staffing. The alliance is looking for sites and local schools to provide materials and computers, he said.
Plans call for two sites near the center of the six counties.
The alliance also plans to ask for funding from each county.