April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is reminding the community that everyone has a role to play in preventing child abuse and neglect. "Protecting children is a shared responsibility," …
Today Governor Hobbs released her FY2026 Executive Budget, which funds programs critical to the Department of Child Safety. DCS initiatives funded in the budget proposal include: $31.6 million for the Guardian operating system: This funding will allow DCS …
It takes a variety of life skills to succeed as an adult. That is why the Arizona Department of Child Safety created a program to teach youth in care about the ins-and-outs of driving and car ownership. The Youth Driver Education Program is designed to …
PHOENIX, AZ (October 31, 2024) Desert Financial Credit Union achieved a milestone of giving back, as nearly 1,200 volunteers from the organization came together last week to assemble bicycles for children in the care of the Arizona Department of Child …
PHOENIX, AZ (September 10, 2024) As the holiday season approaches, the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is proud to announce the launch of its annual Giving Tree Program. This initiative seeks to bring joy and comfort to the thousands of children …
Phoenix, AZ (July 23, 2024) The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) recently partnered with the U.S. Marshals Service in an operation that safely recovered 49 missing Arizona children. The operation, conducted over several weeks, involved extensive …
Phoenix, AZ (May, 2024)- May is National Foster Care Month. "During this month, we honor the selfless dedication of kinship and foster parents who open their hearts and homes to children in need,” said David Lujan, DCS Chief Cabinet Officer. “Your …
Phoenix, AZ (April 12, 2024)- The Arizona Department of Child Safety is grateful that two children, who were kidnapped by their parents and taken to Mexico in 2018, have been safely returned to Arizona. The children's abduction occurred after their …
Phoenix, AZ (April 5, 2024) April marks National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting children from abuse and neglect. In recognition of this month, the Department of Child Safety (DCS) is …
Phoenix, AZ (March 21, 2024) Entering foster care is traumatic for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. To mitigate their trauma, the Arizona Department of Child Safety prioritizes placing children with a close relative or family friend. But …
Phoenix, AZ (February 14, 2024) Every year, hundreds of youth in Arizona turn 18 while in foster care without family support. We believe each of them should have the opportunity and support they need to reach their full potential as successful adults. That …
Phoenix, AZ (November 1, 2023) Every year, hundreds of children in Arizona's foster care system eagerly await the day they can call a loving family their own. The Arizona Department of Child Safety makes it as easy as possible to connect a child in …
Phoenix, AZ (November 7, 2023) The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is adopting a child-centered program to safeguard the financial well-being of children and families. Under the program, children who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or …
Phoenix, AZ (September 14, 2023) The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) has safely reduced the number of children in care to the lowest level in 15 years. Currently, there are 9,900 children in out-of-home care in Arizona; the lowest level since July …
Phoenix, AZ (August 15, 2023) The Arizona Department of Child Safety celebrated the opening of its innovative, trauma-informed Welcome Center on Tuesday. The new 50,000-square-foot Welcome Center will be a child’s first stop on their journey to healing. …
Phoenix, AZ (April 4, 2023) Parenthood should not be a lonely journey. That is why it is important to recognize we all play a role in ensuring Arizona children thrive in safe and loving homes. Since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the …
Phoenix, AZ (May 2, 2023) The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is teaming up with local businesses and organizations once again to give foster families exclusive deals and unique experiences during National Foster Care Month in May. This special …
Phoenix, AZ (July 27, 2022) The Arizona Department of Child Safety has overcome a once seemingly insurmountable challenge, safely reducing the number of children 0-17 years old in care to below 12,000; the lowest level since March 2012. Currently, there …
Phoenix, AZ (June 30, 2022) Governor Doug Ducey’s recently-passed budget is a huge win for Arizona’s most vulnerable children and families. The budget contains a multitude of increased supports for families, children in state care, and foster families. …
Phoenix, AZ (May 24, 2022) ”Mikki” of Tucson, AZ, will tell you she got her nickname because she has big hands, big feet, and an even bigger mouth. She is too humble to admit that she also has the biggest heart. As part of Foster Care Awareness month, …
