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Department of Human Services

For families

If your family needs support, the Department of Human Services (DHS) can help connect you with programs, services, and resources you may need.

Services

Get help with domestic violence

Information and resources for people who are impacted by domestic violence.

Reunify my family

Important steps you can take to reunify your family if your child or children have been put in foster care.

Coordinate a Plan of Safe Care (POSC)

How to coordinate and develop a Plan of Safe Care (POSC).

Programs & Initiatives

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DHS housing programs

Providing housing and support services for DHS-involved families and older youth aging out of DHS.
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Family Empowerment programs

Enhancing families' ability to provide for their children's well-being.
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Parenting education and support

Offering classes and resources to parents and foster parents who need support.

DHS Intensive Prevention Services (IPS)

Supporting youths' unique needs to prevent them from entering the juvenile justice system.
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Community Evening Resource Centers (CERC)

Providing free, safe spaces at night for youth to engage in fun, structured activities.

Support for incarcerated parents

DHS is committed to working with incarcerated parents. Just because you are behind bars doesn’t mean you lose your right to be a parent. Here are some tips and resources for you to continue an active role in your child’s life.

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