Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) child welfare and family support program staff joined DCYF Secretary Ross Hunter last week in welcoming Jerry Milner, the associate commissioner of the Children’s Bureau, during a visit to DCYF headquarters.

Parenting can come with its challenges. Rewarding and joyful, but also difficult at times. Sometimes families encounter challenges that are especially trying for both the parent and the child.

January is National Mentoring Month – a time to celebrate mentors and encourage new folks to take a child in need under their wing. As the month comes to a close, Secretary Ross is sending a special thanks to those who’ve shared their story and to underscore the importance of supporting mentoring programs in our community.

Earlier this month, DCYF dedicated dozens of staff to the Parkland area.

Though there is not a physical office just yet, a team of around 57 staff are now dedicated to serving the Parkland community in Pierce County.

Staff came together on January 10 to celebrate the launch of this satellite office with a space-themed get-together.