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December 13, 2023
More Than 380 Children Adopted since July, following launch of Permanency Pilot in the Tampa Bay Area
Secretary Shevaun Harris highlighted the successes from the Permanency Initiative launched by the Department of Children and Families (Department) in Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties. In less than 150 days, 381 children in the Tampa Bay area were adopted, an 85% increase compared to the prior fiscal year.
Find Out MoreDecember 6, 2023
Governor Ron DeSantis Continues to Support Children and Families in the Focus on Florida’s Future Budget
FY2024-2025 Investments Enhance Services and Promotes Resiliency
Find Out MoreNovember 13, 2023
Department of Children and Families Announces Modernized MyACCESS Portal: Same Name, New Portal
Florida Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced that the new MyACCESS government assistance portal will launch on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. This transformative upgrade will enhance the user experience when applying for or renewing government programs like food assistance, temporary cash assistance, and Medicaid.
Find Out MoreOctober 31, 2023
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces October 2023 as Safe Sleep Awareness Month in Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis recognized October as Safe Sleep Month in Florida. The Florida Department of Children and Families (Department), Florida Department of Health, and the Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida focus special attention on this issue during October to raise awareness about how to prevent infant sleep-related deaths in our state.
Find Out MoreOctober 13, 2023
On-site D-SNAP Location for Hamilton, Lafayette, and Suwannee Counties Open Sunday, October 15 through Tuesday, October 17
Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Hamilton, Lafayette, and Suwannee counties on Sunday, October 15 through Tuesday, October 17 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Find Out MoreOctober 10, 2023
On-site D-SNAP Location for Columbia County Open Thursday, October 12 through Saturday, October 14
Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Columbia County on Thursday, October 12 through Saturday, October 14 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Find Out MoreOctober 3, 2023
On-site D-SNAP Location for Jefferson County Open Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7
Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Jefferson County on Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Find Out MoreOctober 3, 2023
On-site D-SNAP Location for Madison County Open Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7
Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Madison County on Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Find Out MoreOctober 3, 2023
On-site D-SNAP Location for Taylor County Open Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7
Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Taylor County on Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Find Out MoreSeptember 29, 2023
DCF Highlights More Than 100,000 Crisis Counseling Services Provided on the One-Year Anniversary of Hurricane Ian
The Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris highlighted the tremendous impact that crisis counseling services and additional mental health resources have had in supporting individuals impacted by Hurricane Ian. Crisis counselors have provided more than 100,000 services to families and individuals over the past year. The Department and our partners quickly deployed crisis counselors into the impacted areas through the Family Resource Support Centers, Disaster Recovery Centers, D-SNAP locations, and even directly into communities where providers went door to door offering services and resources to families in need.
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