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Help keep DC children in foster care in their community. Become a foster parent today and make a difference.

CFSA Data Dashboard

The CFSA Data Dashboard shows our commitment to performance, transparency and public reporting.

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Notice to Class Members of Proposed Settlement Agreement

A settlement has been proposed in Civil Action No. 89-1754 (TFH), LaShawn A. v. Bowser, in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia that may affect the rights of certain District of Columbia residents who were involved in the District’s child welfare system. A virtual public hearing called a “fairness hearing” will be held at 10 a.m. on June 1, 2021 before the Honorable Thomas F. Hogan. At the fairness hearing, the judge will consider whether the settlement is fair, reasonable, and adequate.

Please see the attached full notice...

Expungement

As of October 1, 2023, D.C. Law 24-317 requires the District to remove (expunge) certain reports of child abuse or neglect from the Child Protection Register.

Report Child Abuse and Neglect

Keeping children safe is everybody’s business.To report known or suspected incidents of child abuse or neglect in the District, call (202) 671-SAFE [(202) 671-7233].

photo of kids with text "Partners for Kids in Care" and phone number 202-727-7101

Reach Out to a Child or a Family in Need

Partners for Kids in Care uses donations from the community to make a real difference to District children, teens and families in the child welfare system. For information, call (202) 727-7101.

New Kinship Website Launch

The Kinship Navigator program makes it easy for kin to apply and recertify online for caregiver subsidies. Users can also apply online for Emergency Financial Assistance.

Featured Services

Help, CFSA

Find the answers you need about community services, resources and safe havens.

Grandparent Program

The Grandparent Caregiver Program supports family unity and helps to keep children from entering...

CFSA Videos

Videos for children and families entering foster care

CFSA Data Dashboard

CFSA's Public Facing Dashboard shows our commitment to performance, transparency and public...

Working with Child Welfare

Families need to understand what to expect during a child welfare investigation.

Latest

Sep 8 2023

Mayor Bowser Celebrates Grandparents Day and Highlights Resources for District Grandparents and Grandfamilies

District grandparents can access a range of programming that supports living healthy, happy lives...

Sep 9 2022

With the End of a Three-Decade Class Action Lawsuit, Mayor Bowser Announces a New Era for the DC Child and Family Services Agency

The Mayor announced the official end of LaShawn A. v. Bowser, a 31-year-old class action lawsuit...

Jun 1 2021

Mayor Bowser Announces the End of Court Oversight of the DC Child and Family Services Agency

The District exits LaShawn A. v. Bowser after 31 years.

Apr 15 2021

LaShawn A. v. Bowser Notice to Class Plaintiffs of Proposed Settlement Agreement

A settlement has been proposed in LaShawn A. v. Bowser, Civil Action No. 89-1754 (TFH), in the...

Oct 7 2020

Mayor Bowser Launches Families First Success Centers in Wards 7 and 8

Each center will connect families to critical prevention services.

Mar 28 2022

Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Oversight Hearing

Testimony of Robert L. Matthews, Director

Mar 11 2022

Public Hearing on Update on Improving School Attendance/Reducing Truancy and Chronic Absenteeism

Testimony of Elizabeth Muffoletto Deputy Director of Entry Services

Feb 17 2022

Performance Oversight Hearing Fiscal Year 2021 Child and Family Services Agency

Testimony of Robert L. Matthews, Director

Dec 9 2021

Roundtable on Improving School Attendance: Truancy and Chronic Absenteeism Issues in the District

View the testimony.

Dec 9 2021

Bill 24-0462, Grandparent and Close Relative Caregivers Program Amendment Act of 2021

View the testimony.

Mar 16 2020

Update on DC Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) Operating Status during COVID-19 Emergency

Update on DC Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) Operating Status during COVID-19 Emergency...

Mar 12 2020

CFSA COVID-19 Guidance (College Youth-in-Care)

We know that the current situation in the world can be scary. CFSA would like to ensure you have...

Mar 12 2020

CFSA COVID-19 Guidance (Foster Parents)

Keeping with my commitment to keep you informed as this pandemic progresses, I would like to share...

Mar 12 2020

CFSA COVID-19 Guidance (Providers)

Thank you to those who joined yesterday’s call with CFSA’s Chief of Staff, Rachel Molly Joseph.

Jul 22 2013

Public Notice: MACCAN Meeting

The Mayor’s Advisory Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect (MACCAN) will hold a meeting Tuesday,...

Nov 8 2019

Chapter 62 Notice of Final Rulemaking

IMPORTANT NOTICE OF FINAL RULEMAKING (6219.12) The final rulemaking amending 29 DCMR § 6219....

Aug 22 2019

Chapter 62 Notice of Emergency and Proposed Rulemaking

IMPORTANT NOTICE OF EMERGENCY AND PROPOSED RULEMAKING

Sep 20 2018

Public Oversight Roundtable on Improving School Attendance: Truancy, Chronic Absenteeism, and the Implementation of Reform Activities

Public Oversight Roundtable on Improving School Attendance: Truancy, Chronic Absenteeism, and the...

Child and Family Services Agency

Office Hours
Monday to Friday 8:15 am to 4:45 pm

Connect With Us
200 I Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003
Phone: (202) 442-6100
Fax: (202) 727-6505
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]

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CFSA COVID-19 Guidance (Foster Parents)

Date Released:

Thu, 03/12/2020

Keeping with my commitment to keep you informed as this pandemic progresses, I would like to share that yesterday evening, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser declared both a state of emergency and a public health emergency in response to the recently reported cases of the coronavirus (also known as COVID-19). These declarations simply give the Mayor more freedom to spend money and make policy decisions.