PHOENIX, AZ (September 19, 2023)
It’s the holiday season.
Imagine you are a foster child, waking up in a strange bed, in a house filled with people you don’t know.
You have no idea what’s going to happen next, or when you will see your parents again.
You wonder, what will my holiday celebration look like this year? Will the traditions be different? How...
Phoenix, AZ (September 14, 2023)
The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) has safely reduced the number of children in care to the lowest level in 15 years.
Currently, there are 9,900 children in out-of-home care in Arizona; the lowest level since July 2008. This reflects a 53 percent decrease from a peak of 18,657 kids in 2016. Additionally, there are around 900...
Phoenix, AZ (August 15, 2023)
The Arizona Department of Child Safety celebrated the opening of its innovative, trauma-informed Welcome Center on Tuesday.
The new 50,000-square-foot Welcome Center will be a child’s first stop on their journey to healing.
The facility is designed for children entering care who have experienced significant trauma. It allows DCS...
Phoenix, AZ (May 2, 2023)
The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is teaming up with local businesses and organizations once again to give foster families exclusive deals and unique experiences during National Foster Care Month in May. This special event is a way for the state to say "thank you" to the many people who have welcomed Arizona...
Phoenix, AZ (April 4, 2023)
Parenthood should not be a lonely journey.
That is why it is important to recognize we all play a role in ensuring Arizona children thrive in safe and loving homes.
Since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Arizona Department of Child Safety would like to remind the public that the best way to prevent child abuse is by...
PHOENIX, AZ (September 15, 2022)
It’s the holiday season.
Imagine you are a foster child, waking up in a strange bed, in a house filled with people you don’t know.
You have no idea what’s going to happen next, or when you will see your parents again.
You wonder, does this family celebrate my holiday? Will Santa be able to find me? Will I get presents this...
Phoenix, AZ (July 27, 2022)
The Arizona Department of Child Safety has overcome a once seemingly insurmountable challenge, safely reducing the number of children 0-17 years old in care to below 12,000; the lowest level since March 2012.
Currently, there are under 12,000 children 0-17 years old in care and around 1,000 young adults aged 18-20 in voluntary extended foster...
Phoenix, AZ (June 30, 2022)
Governor Doug Ducey’s recently-passed budget is a huge win for Arizona’s most vulnerable children and families.
The budget contains a multitude of increased supports for families, children in state care, and foster families.
Here are some of the highlights:
Phoenix, AZ (May 24, 2022)
”Mikki” of Tucson, AZ, will tell you she got her nickname because she has big hands, big feet, and an even bigger mouth. She is too humble to admit that she also has the biggest heart.
As part of Foster Care Awareness month, Arizona celebrated Mikki by awarding her the first-ever #LoveUP Lifetime Achievement award with the Arizona Department of...
Phoenix, AZ (April 5, 2022)
All of us can play a role in preventing child abuse.
It takes an entire community to ensure that children grow up safe, strong, and well cared for.
Since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Arizona Department of Child Safety would like to remind the public that the best way to prevent child abuse is by strengthening...
