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Michael A. Becketts,
Director
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September is Child Welfare Workforce Development Month We have some of the most dedicated child welfare professionals around, and we would love to expand our team. If you are looking to work in a diverse community, supporting children and families, then this opportunity may be right for you. We offer a competitive salary and benefits. Learn more information about the positions or apply.
Fraudsters Distort Civic Duty to Confuse CitizensScam alert! Scammers are attempting to criminally defraud unsuspecting citizens by claiming to be law enforcement officers or court personnel, calling and demanding fines be paid for purported failure to appear for jury duty. Learn more in this Golden Gazette article about this scam and how to protect yourself.
Going Back to School Can Trigger Ambient StressIt’s no surprise that family stress can run high as children return to school in the fall, but sometimes kids have trouble clearly communicating their feelings. Volunteer & Partner Services provides some insight about the source of ambient stress, and ways to overcome it. Check it out.
Meet Teri Douglas, ADAPT Volunteer with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services!“Empowering yourself to make a difference is the best part of volunteering,” says Teri Douglas, Anger & Domestic Abuse Prevention & Treatment program (ADAPT) volunteer with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services. “We are often very focused on helping others and sometimes forget to intentionally help ourselves become better. Volunteering is a focused effort on improving your mental health, self-sacrifice, and personal development.” Read more of Teri’s volunteer experience.
The September Volunteer Post Newsletter Our Volunteer Post Newsletter provides a glimpse into the ways our wonderful volunteers and donors are helping children and families in Fairfax County. The September 2022 issue includes a recap of our back to school drive, how to mitigate back-to-school stress, Adopt-A-Family kickoff, and more! Check it out.
New State Foster Care LegislationSeveral state laws impacting foster care and resource families became effective July 1, 2022. Check out a summary of these measures which are designed to encourage more kinship placements for youth in foster care, and to provide more housing support to youth aging out of foster care. Learn more.
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Foster Family News for Current and Potential Fairfax County Foster ParentsOur monthly Foster Family Newsletter shares resources and experiences relevant to foster and adoptive parents, children in care, and the resource workers who support them. Check out the September 2022 Issue to learn about our Reunification Month celebration, a foster care graduation ceremony, new state foster care legislation, and more!
Golden Gazette Newsletter Covers a Variety of Topics Concerning Older Adults and Caregivers in Fairfax CountyCheck out the September 2022 newsletter featuring Barry and Rita Altman, a couple who are deeply committed to protecting and caring for vulnerable animals in our community. You’ll also learn about the risk of falls among older adults and programs to prevent them, a jury duty scam that takes advantage of civic-minded citizens, a recent executive order that aims to improve the existing naturalization process, and more.
The Volunteer Post NewsletterOur Volunteer Post Newsletter provides a glimpse into the ways our wonderful volunteers and donors are helping children and families in Fairfax County. The September 2022 issue includes a recap of our back to school drive, how to mitigate back-to-school stress, Adopt-A-Family kickoff, and more! Check it out.
Volunteer Voices NewsletterVolunteer Voices is a monthly newsletter for current and potential Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) volunteers. The September issue is chock-full of content, including 10 things men can do to prevent gender-based violence, Teri Douglas’ volunteer experience, information about the new 9-8-8 Crisis Line, walking for self-care, trainings, and more! Check it out.
The Department of Family Services (DFS) promotes the well-being of the County's diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of children, adults and families through supportive services, education and advocacy.
This Department of Family Services agency is a part of the Fairfax County Health & Human Services System (HHS). The HHS System is a network of county agencies and community partners that support the well-being of all who live, work and play in Fairfax County.
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