News Releases

Indiana children will live in safe, healthy and supportive families and communities. 
Here’s a look at some of the work we’re doing across the state to further that goal

Recent News Releases

• 11/1/2024 DCS celebrates improvements in time to permanency, provides support and resources, during National Adoption Month
• 10/1/2024 DCS launches intensive foster care services program to assist families, promote stability, permanency for youth with higher needs
• 9/4/2024 DCS celebrates importance of family, highlights resources and support during Kinship Care Awareness Month
• 8/27/2024 DCS welcomes new class of scholars as part of child welfare recruitment effort
• 8/22/2024 DCS sets families up for success with back-to-school events
• 7/12/2024 DCS’ Worker2Worker program provides peer support, mentoring to help improve lives of Indiana child welfare workers
• 6/19/2024 DCS announces changes in financial assistance programs to help find permanent homes for children, ensure their needs are met
• 6/14/2024 DCS staff member receives American Red Cross award for saving choking infant
• 5/23/2024 Indiana recognized for work to strengthen families with in-home supports, reducing number of children entering foster care
• 5/17/2024 DCS highlights resources and support for older youth during Foster Care Month
• 4/1/2024 DCS emphasizes community support during Child Abuse Prevention Month

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Public Notices

Social Services Block Grant Public Notice (2024)

News Media - Contact Information

Brian Heinemann, deputy director of communications
Indiana Department of Child Services
302 W. Washington Street, Room E306
Indianapolis, IN  46204
Cell: 317-473-2416
Brian.Heinemann@dcs.IN.gov

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