Annual Immunization Reporting

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November 12, 2019

Important Information About Required Annual Immunization Reporting

The Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) is partnering with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) to help early learning and child care providers navigate submitting their annual immunization status report this year.

Changes to Public Charge Immigration Policy on Hold Indefinitely

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November 12, 2019

The “public charge” test has been part of federal immigration law for more than 100 years. It was created to identify people who may depend on government benefits as their main source of income. If the U.S. government determines someone is likely to become a “public charge,” they can deny admission to the U.S. or refuse an application for lawful permanent residency.

DCYF South Bend Office Now Open

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November 5, 2019

[Nov. 6 Update: The South Bend office is now open]

Due to facility repairs, the DCYF office in South Bend, located at 307 East Robert Bush Dr., will be closed until further notice. 

If you need assistance with reporting abuse, neglect or child care concerns, please call the local intake office at 1-866-764-2233.