The Department of Family Services' Children, Youth and Families (CYF) Division includes programs designed to protect children from harm, prevent child abuse and neglect, support families and help them remain together safely for the long-term emotional and physical health of the children.
June is Fatherhood Awareness Month
Fatherhood Awareness Month is the time to recognize the important role fathers play in their children’s development and well-being, from birth through adulthood. For children, having an involved father increases the likelihood that they will experience positive education, health, self-esteem, and social outcomes. Check out our Fatherhood Awareness Month resources for more information. Attend our weekly online Fatherhood Workshop Series each Tuesday in June from 1-2:30 p.m.
State Office of the Ombudsman
A state Office of the Children’s Ombudsman publicly launched May 3, 2022, with the purpose of helping individuals who have concerns about the way local department of social services (like the Fairfax County Department of Family Services) are handling a child protective services or foster care case. Learn more about this independent office.
Join our team!
If you have an interest in helping children and families to thrive, come work with our Children, Youth and Families Division. Check out some of our open positions.
Fairfax County Department of Family Services is on Facebook
Follow us on Facebook at @FairfaxCountyFamilyServicesfor news, events, tips, stories and training opportunities. We support families and county residents of all ages and stages of life. Join our online community and engage with us through social media. #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices