A multi-sport athlete, choir member, and avid Seattle Mariners fan will be throwing the ceremonial first pitch during the April 27 Mariners game to celebrate Foster Care Month.
Language access support is now available on DCYF's website in 19 different languages. Visit DCYF's homepage and click on the globe icon at the top-left of your screen. Here, you can select from a list of languages, including English, Spanish, and Somali.
DCYF’s Region 6 South Bend Field Office is closed on Feb. 26, 2025, due to a power outage. Please note that staff are available remotely via phone and email.
Due to inclement weather, the following DCYF Offices in Region 6 are closed as of 12 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. Regular business hours are anticipated on Friday, Feb. 14 unless inclement weather conditions persist.
There are many ways to get involved with our agency, whether you are a parent/caregiver, service provider, or legislator. Below is a list of active committees, councils, and advisory groups that work in coordination with DCYF.
Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC)
Caseworkers, juvenile rehabilitation staff, and licensors were among the 1,400 staff who tuned into the unofficial handoff between Secretary Ross Hunter and Rep. Tana Senn, who is set to lead the Department of Children, Youth, and Families on Jan. 15.
Senn began by thanking Secretary Hunter and letting staff know she looks forward to working with everyone.
