DCF offers an array of services to promote safe and thriving families. By providing services focused on keeping families safe together we are able to remove unique barriers facing families, while providing as little disruption as possible to their everyday routines. These services may include Family Preservation, Family First Prevention Services, access to resources and more.
In the event, that children do need to enter foster care to protect their safety and well-being additional services are available to help all family members navigate and access resources throughout the process. Child protection and foster care resources vary based on the family and the situation but strive to ensure that the child and their support persons have adequate resources and knowledge around care plans, education and training as well as post-care options.