Department of Family Services Hotlines (Available 24 Hours)
Child Protective Services Hotline 703-324-7400
Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline 703-360-7273; TTY 711
Adult Protective Services Hotline 703-324-7450; TTY 711
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Is it possible to be a perfect parent? Of course not. Even if you think you have it all figured out with one child, the next one may be completely different. Were there things your own parents did that you swore you’d never do? Did you have a good role model to teach you how to be a parent? The free Parenting Education classes offered by the Department of Family Services will help you understand what to expect at all ages from birth through the teen years. Find out more about this incredible free resource!
Employment Services and The SkillSource Group, Inc. commemorated the hard work and dedication of the Educating Youth through Employment (EYE) participants last week at the EYE Recognition Ceremony. Leaders in the business community shared their insights during a panel discussion and celebrated the youth’s accomplishments from their six-week paid internships this summer. Watch our Channel 16 segment about the celebration!
Counseling helps people feel stronger, safer, less afraid and more hopeful. But seeking help takes effort and courage. That is why we make it easy for you to access services. Our counselors speak English and Spanish, and we use interpreters for other languages, including American Sign Language. We also offer a teletherapy option. Find out how Counseling Services in the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services division can help you heal.