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Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced that the third phase of the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) will open on Monday, October 24 for Hillsborough, Lake, Osceola, Putnam, Seminole, and Volusia counties. [Read more…] about DCF Opens Third Phase of D-SNAP for Hillsborough, Lake, Osceola, Putnam, Seminole, and Volusia Counties on Monday, October 24
Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris today announced that the second phase of the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) will open on Monday, October 17 for Flagler, Highlands, Manatee, Orange, Pinellas, and St. Johns counties. [Read more…] about DCF Opens Second Phase of D-SNAP for Flagler, Highlands, Manatee, Orange, Pinellas, and St. Johns Counties on Monday, October 17
Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris today announced that Florida’s application for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) has been approved. [Read more…] about DCF Announces First Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricane Ian
First Lady Casey DeSantis today announced the expansion of her Hope Florida initiative to the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. [Read more…] about First Lady Casey DeSantis Expands Hope Florida to Support Seniors through ‘A Pathway to Purpose’
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
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
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
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
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
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
