Across Washington state there are parents taking child development classes, going through substance use disorder treatment, and finding jobs, housing, and transportation to strengthen their skills and create an environment where they and their children can flourish.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) celebrated their third year of the Engaging Fathers Award this month by recognizing Charles Diggle, a father of three from Grays Harbor County.
Do you know a father who has overcome personal obstacles and engaged in services to safely reunite with their child? The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is now accepting nominations for their annual Engaging Fathers Award, which celebrates the importance of a positive and healthy relationship between fathers and their children.
A multi-sport athlete, choir member, and avid Seattle Mariners fan will be throwing the ceremonial first pitch during the April 27 Mariners game to celebrate Foster Care Month.
While social workers should always be celebrated for the difficult and critical work they do, March is Social Work Month, a special time to share gratitude. The theme for this year’s national celebration is “Compassion + Action.”
Ever since she was a teenager, Lydia Gleason knew that she wanted to adopt. In January 2025, she and her husband Nick welcomed siblings (two brothers) into their growing family.
Like most adoptive parents in Washington, the Gleason’s adoption journey began as foster parents nearly four years ago.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) joins MENTOR Washington in celebrating the 150 organizations that provide mentorship opportunities for children and youth across the state, as part of National Mentoring Month.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) has updated its Mandatory Reporter training to highlight the distinction between families in need of support versus child abuse and neglect, and the importance of connecting those families to res
