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On May 6, 2021, DCYF opened recruitment for the  Parent Advisory Group (PAG). This group consists of parents and caregivers of children that provide a sounding board for decisions, ideas, and questions that shape the future of DCYF. The recruitment was open for three weeks, and in that time, we received 40 applications. After a panel review process, 18 new members were selected, with their official appointment beginning July 1, 2021.

HB 1194 Impacts on Family Time Visitation

Family Time visitation is critical to strengthening and preserving the family bond and achieving successful reunification.

During the 2021 Legislative Session, the Legislature passed HB 1194, which addresses visitation (Family Time). HB 1194 becomes effective on July 25, 2021, and requires the following:

This Back-to-School season, help send youth in foster care back to school with the essentials they need to succeed.

Treehouse is hosting Back-to-School drives. Donation drives ensure that Treehouse is stocked with items that help foster youth feel good and fit in with their peers.

Donation drives support youth in care with: