Department of Family Services Alert:

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

703-324-7500 TTY 711

DFSinfo@fairfaxcounty.gov

12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035

Oriane Eriksen
Director

Department Resources

Related Resources

Child Abuse Prevention Services

Services to Strengthen Families and Prevent the Abuse and Neglect of Children

In partnership with our community and other county agencies, our programs provide no-cost, community-based prevention and early intervention services to strengthen families, promote healthy family functioning and encourage families to become self-reliant.

Building Stronger Families: Solid Foundations for Family Well-being

In 2026, Fairfax County is recognizing National Child Abuse Prevention Month with the theme “Building Stronger Families: Solid Foundations for Family Well-being.” Just like a house, families need a strong foundation to thrive. Love forms the walls and roof, but other factors—such as a strong support system, a social network, community resources, parenting knowledge, self-care, and empathy—help keep everything stable. These family protective factors support the safety and well-being of children. It also reminds us that everyone needs support at different times in their lives. Learn more.

Parent Support Line – We Are Here to Support You

Call 703-324-7720
Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Parenting can be tough! It’s okay to ask for help. Talk with trained parenting specialists for guidance on a wide range of topics including the stages of child development (0-18 years), reducing parental stress, strengthening the parent-child bond, and accessing community resources. The PSL is a trusted resource for parents and caregivers across different social, financial, and educational backgrounds, and parenting styles. Anyone who works with children is also welcome to call with questions or concerns. Language support is available.

Father Engagement

Encourage father involvement through community-based Dads Parenting Groups and other services and activities that enhance fathers’ parenting and relationship skills, while promoting and celebrating the importance of fathers to their children’s wellbeing.

Healthy Families Fairfax

This program helps parents with a newborn or a baby on the way who want help to be the best parents possible. HFF is a free and voluntary home-visiting program that supports healthy family relationships, and child and family wellbeing. Parents of children up to age 3 receive parenting education, health information, developmental screenings and community resources and support in the comfort of their own home.

Neighborhood Networks

This voluntary home visitation program collaborates with schools and partners with families to strengthen parenting skills, promote healthy child development, and create supportive, nurturing environments for children. Neighborhood Networks partners with Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and Head Start to support families in participating elementary schools and preschools within our region. NN connects families with community resources such as educational, medical, financial, and transportation that can strengthen and support families.

Parenting Education Programs

PEP offers free parenting classes virtually and in-person throughout Fairfax County. Parenting Education Programs help develop healthy parenting strategies, build upon families’ strengths, and support respectful relationships. Classes are offered in English and Spanish for families with children ages 0-18 years.

Volunteer and Partner Services Program

VPS recruits volunteers and partners to support families with children at risk of abuse and neglect or children placed in foster care or with relatives. The program promotes positive relationships within the community that amplify services in support of our clients. The Volunteer and Partner Services Program connects interested sponsors and donors with opportunities to provide goods and services and volunteers with opportunities to be mentors and facilitators.

Fairfax County Department of Family Services
Child Abuse Prevention Services
Call 703-324-7720; TTY 703-222-9452 or Email