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DCS is committed to protecting Arizona’s children and pursuing permanency on their behalf. That commitment includes providing services to parents, family members, guardians or custodians in an attempt to strengthen the family pursuant to Arizona law. While providing those services and pursuing safety for children, Arizona law dictates that certain information remain confidential in order to protect the identity of children in our care. DCS confidentiality policies reflect state statutes and are intended to guide our employees whenever they work with families or handle confidential information.

Phoenix (July 30, 2019)-

In the past, DCS foster licensing contracts focused on the minutiae of foster licensing and regulations.

However, the needs of Arizona’s children in care and foster families are constantly evolving, which means the Department must also evolve.

Phoenix (May 6, 2019)-

Everyone can lend a hand when it comes to helping children in foster care.

Last month, three separate events demonstrated how the community supports Arizona’s most vulnerable children.

Nurse celebrates 30th birthday by performing 30 acts of kindness

Jacque Weech is a Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

 “I’ve always felt a strong draw and love for foster children that only grew exponentially when I became a pediatric nurse eight years ago,” Weech said.

For her 30th birthday this year, she ...

Phoenix (April 11, 2019) - 

All of us can play a role in preventing child abuse. 

With Governor Doug Ducey proclaiming April Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Department of Child Safety would like to offer some tips on how you can help prevent child abuse.

1. Lend a hand to a relative or friend: Parenting is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. But at times, it can be extremely stressful. If you see a friend or relative struggling with the stress, offer to watch their children so they can take a break.