Child Welfare

Description

The Federal government supports a range of child welfare services including child protective services (child abuse and neglect,) family preservation and support, foster care, adoption and independent living. In addition, the agency makes major investments in staff training, technology and innovative programs, including State courts.

The Children's Bureau is responsible for assisting States in the delivery of child welfare services.

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Children's Bureau Data and Info Systems

Arizona Department of Economic Security (602) 542-3873
Arizona's Child Abuse Hotline (888) 505-CHILD
California Department of Social Services
California's Child Welfare Service (916) 445-2890
California's State Office of the Foster Care Ombudsman (877) 846-1602
Hawaii State Government
Nevada Division of Child & Family Services