DCYF Addresses JLARC report
Latest data shows JR frontline staff turnover rate is now down to 22.8%.
Latest Data Shows Critical Incidents Continue to Decline
A total of 11 DCYF-reviewable critical incidents were reported in the second quarter of 2026.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) has released its latest critical incident data, which shows a continued decline in the number of child fatalities and near fatalities compared to the previous year.
Resources for Individuals and Families Impacted by Washington State Wildfires
Many communities across the state are experiencing the effects of the statewide wildfire emergency including property loss, evacuation notices, road closures, and poor air quality.
DCYF Will Now License Residential Private Schools (English | Espanol)
Residential private schools in Washington are now required to be licensed by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).
DCYF Data Shows Dramatic Decrease in Child Fatalities, Near Fatalities
A total of 7 critical incidents were reported in the first quarter of 2026.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) released the latest critical incident data that shows a 63% decrease in child fatalities and near fatalities for those families that had previous child welfare involvement.
DCYF Secretary, Staff Recognized by Coordinated Care
For the past 10 years, Coordinated Care has partnered with the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to ensure that children and youth in foster care have access to reliable health care.
DCYF Statement on Recent Settlement Agreement
The following is DCYF's agency statement in response to the Degross v. Senn settlement agreement:
Suquamish Tribal Youth to Throw Mariners First Pitch on May 3
Olympia, WA — A 12-year-old member of the Suquamish Tribe will be showing off her softball skills at the May 3 Mariners game where she will throw the ceremonial first pitch as part of an annual event during Foster Care Month.
Family Separation Rapid Response Team Publishes Final Report
The Family Separation Rapid Response Team has released its final report. This report marks the transition to the next phase of this work, which will continue under the Governor’s Immigration Subcabinet.
