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Secretary Harris Meets with Foster Families Throughout the State

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Roundtable Discussion Highlights DeSantis Administration’s
Commitment to Ensuring Foster Families Have the Resources They Need

This week, Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris toured the state to meet with foster families, caregivers, and adoptive parents to learn about their experiences and how recent initiatives are supporting their families. [Read more…] about Secretary Harris Meets with Foster Families Throughout the State

DCF Announces Robust Child and Family Well-Being Initiative to Better Support Families

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Florida’s clinically-trained Family Navigators
will help families on their pathway to well-being

Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris today announced the creation of a Family Navigator initiative to enhance the safety and well-being of Florida children after a report of potential child abuse or neglect. [Read more…] about DCF Announces Robust Child and Family Well-Being Initiative to Better Support Families

State Partners Highlight Importance of Healthy Child Development

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DCF Secretary Shevaun Harris and others join in kickoff
event marking April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris was today joined by state leaders and child welfare advocates to highlight the importance of healthy child development and supporting families during the Child Abuse Prevention Month kickoff event at the Historic Florida Capitol. [Read more…] about State Partners Highlight Importance of Healthy Child Development

More Than $1 Billion in Rental and Utility Assistance Distributed through Our Florida Program to Nearly 185,000 Households

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The Department of Children and Families (Department) today announced that more than $1 billion in rental and utility assistance has been distributed through the OUR Florida program, helping nearly 185,000 households. [Read more…] about More Than $1 Billion in Rental and Utility Assistance Distributed through Our Florida Program to Nearly 185,000 Households

DCF Files Proposed Rule to End Participation in Federal Unaccompanied Alien Minor Program

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The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) today filed a proposed permanent rule that prohibits the issuance or renewal of licenses for facilities or organizations that house Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) whom the Federal Government is resettling across the United States, including Florida, unless there is a cooperative agreement between the State of Florida and the Federal Government. [Read more…] about DCF Files Proposed Rule to End Participation in Federal Unaccompanied Alien Minor Program

Florida has an Additional $740.4 Million for Emergency Rental Assistance Available for Families

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Florida Department of Children and Families Continues OUR Florida Program

The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced today that Florida has received an additional $740.4 million to continue to operate the emergency rental assistance program. [Read more…] about Florida has an Additional $740.4 Million for Emergency Rental Assistance Available for Families

Department of Children and Families reduces child removals by 50 percent in first 45 days in Pinellas and Pasco

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In under two months, Department and Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris and Department leadership have successfully begun transforming the community-based care system in Pinellas and Pasco Counties. [Read more…] about Department of Children and Families reduces child removals by 50 percent in first 45 days in Pinellas and Pasco

Department of Children and Families Strengthens Support for Floridian’s Wellbeing in 2021

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Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris today outlined the successes accomplished during her first year at the Department, praising Governor and First Lady DeSantis for their innovative thinking, strong leadership, and dedication to the children and families of Florida. [Read more…] about Department of Children and Families Strengthens Support for Floridian’s Wellbeing in 2021

Department of Children and Families Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget

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Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris today applauded Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget and highlighted the Governor’s unwavering support of Florida’s children, families and vulnerable populations. [Read more…] about Department of Children and Families Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget

What They Are Saying: OUR Florida Rental Assistance Program

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Residents Share Life-Changing Experiences
After Receiving Help Through OUR Florida

Floridians who have received rent and utilities assistance through OUR Florida, the federally-funded Emergency Rental Assistance Program operated by the Department of Children and Families, share their stories of rebound and recovery. [Read more…] about What They Are Saying: OUR Florida Rental Assistance Program