Safety
Safety
Professional Development, Training, and Requirements
Professional Development, Training, and Requirements
Family Engagement and Partnerships
Family Engagement and Partnerships
Intent and Authority
Intent and Authority
Green Hill Youth Presents Before Congress
In May 2021, Aaron Toleafoa, a bright young adult residing at Green Hill School, testified before Congress on the juvenile justice pipeline and the road back to integration.
Washington Becomes First in the Nation to License Outdoor, Nature-Based Child Care
Washington is now the first in the nation to permanently license outdoor, nature-based child care for preschool and school-age children under a new law signed by Gov. Jay Inslee.
Authorization Changes for Licensed Family Homes Beginning 7/1/2021
Monthly Units
Beginning July 1, 2021, all base rate payments for licensed family homes will be authorized as a monthly unit. Providers can claim the monthly unit if the child was in care during any day covered by the authorization. If the authorization is for less than the full month, the system will automatically adjust for the days authorized in the month. Families must request changes to the authorized monthly units.
Recruiting Parent Advisory Group Members
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is recruiting for our Parent Advisory Group (PAG). The PAG is made up of parents and family caregivers of children (birth through nine years old) and functions as a sounding board for decisions, ideas, and questions.
DCYF Partners with F.I.R.S.T. Legal Clinic
In October 2020, the Strengthening Families Washington team at the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) established a partnership with the F.I.R.S.T.
Tribal ECEAP During COVID-19: Suquamish Tribe
Tribal ECEAP During COVID-19
Washington Tribal Nations are comprised of strong communities rooted in family, culture, and tradition.