As you may have heard, the Legislature concluded its session last week and passed the supplemental operating budget, which include recommendations to address the state’s $1.9 billion budget deficit.

I recently shadowed a caseworker in Bremerton, and it gave me an even deeper appreciation for social workers.

I invite you to watch this short video to get a glimpse of what I observed: Secretary Senn Shadows a Social Worker

The DCYF Shelton Office located at 2505 Olympic Hwy N Ste 440, Shelton, WA 98584 is closed on Friday, March 6, due to a maintenance issue. Staff will be available remotely. Please contact your caseworker for assistance.

To report child abuse or neglect, call 1-866-829-2153.
 

Baseball season is approaching, which means the Washington State Department, of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is looking for a child or youth in foster care who is "knocking it out of the park."

Beginning Feb. 1, the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) will honor parents, caregivers, and advocates who have shown their commitment to help reduce child abuse and neglect. 

On Feb. 2, DCYF referred a case to local law enforcement involving a Green Hill employee and contraband.

Read the full message in Español and Soomaali.

In the event that there is a federal government shut down on Feb. 1, I want to be very clear, there will be no impact on DCYF staffing or services and payments will continue to be made to you as scheduled.

The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) launched a new process to review contracts for services and programs at juvenile rehabilitation (JR) facilities to better serve young people and partners. 

The process, which began Jan. 1, creates a fair, clear, and standard process that aligns with the way contracts are handled by the entire agency.

Each April, people across the country join together during National Child Abuse Prevention Month to help raise awareness and promote ways we can all help to strengthen families in our communities. One of the ways we do this is through Pinwheels for Prevention.

Message to Child Care Providers Regarding Federal Funding and Provider Safety

We understand there are concerns surrounding child care subsidy payments following news reports of a federal funding freeze.