Department of Family Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-7500 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035
Michael A. Becketts
Director
Department of Family Services

What We Do

The Department of Family Services (DFS) envisions a community where everyone lives their success story and thrives. DFS strengthens the well-being of our diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

Search Within Family Services

Learn About Our Programs and Services

Looking for Emergency Assistance?

Get help with emergency food, shelter, clothing, healthcare, employment, financial assistance and other needs.


Top Articles and Resources

three children at pool edgeSummer fun in the sun is something many of us look forward to all year! Unfortunately, summer activities also come with some seasonal risks to keep in mind. The Parenting Education Programs has gathered some tips from safety experts to help you keep your children safe for many summers to come. Check out these ways to help prevent avoidable accidents.

Sexual Violence Tier 1 (Fall 2025)Saturdays, Sept. 13 & 20, 2025
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fairfax County Health Department Kelly Square
Rowland Training Rooms A&B
10777 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22030


Registration for the fall session of Sexual Violence Tier 1, a 16-hour training on understanding sexual violence, systems responding to sexual violence in Fairfax County, and resources available in our community, is now open. For full credit, all 16 hours must be completed. This training is free, but registration is required. Questions? Contact Victoria Nevel-Babla

PAES OutreachLooking for ways to make an impact? The Public Assistance and Employment Services team wants to partner with you to spread the word about our benefits and employment programs to more people in the community. PAES will come to your school, business, or nonprofit to share information and answer questions about programs like SNAP or Medicaid that help adults and families reach financial stability. Send a request now to get us on your calendar!

Work for DFS

Learn about employment opportunities in DFS.


Fairfax Virtual Assistant