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Supporting Illinois Children and Families
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) promotes the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families by responding to reports of potential abuse and neglect and, when needed, providing family-centered care and connection to resources.
Are you concerned about a child or family in need, or do you suspect child abuse or neglect?
Make a report online or by phone, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Governor JB Pritzker signed the Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act into law on February 5, 2025. This law empowers DCFS to establish more flexible certification standards for relative caregivers and ensures payments will be equal to those received by licensed foster parents.
DCFS Features
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FY26 Budget Proposal OverviewWednesday, February 19, 2025
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Office of the Inspector General Report to the Governor and General Assembly (Jan. 2025)Monday, January 06, 2025
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Illinois DCFS and the SAFE Model videoThursday, March 23, 2023
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Illinois Department of Children & Family Services Family First Prevention Services Act Title IV-E Prevention Plan (10/26/21)Tuesday, June 14, 2022
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Child Welfare Medicaid Managed Care Implementation Advisory WorkgroupFriday, June 10, 2022
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GENERAL INQUIRIES
312-814-6800217-785-2509
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ADVOCACY OFFICE
800-232-3798217-524-2029
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This website is intended to provide information about services and resources for children and families in Illinois.
For emergency services, please call 911