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Parents' Handbook

This handbook explains the role of DYFS and answers frequently asked questions about services and programs. Download the guide by clicking on the below links.

Parents' Handbook, English
Manual para los padres, en Español
A Guide for Parents: When Your Child is in Foster Care

This guide was created to help families involved with DYFS whose children have been placed in foster care. It gives information about why children have been removed from their parents’ care, what to expect when this happens and how and when children can return home. Download the guide by clicking on the below links.

A Guide for Parents: When Your Child is in Foster Care, English
Una guía para los padres: cuando su hijo se encuentra en cuidado de crianza provisional, en Español
School Stability

School Stability for Children in Resource Home Care - Information for Parents
Sobre la estabilidad escolar de los niños bajo los cuidados de un Hogar de Recursos - Información Para Los Padres

Education Stability Liaison Directory
Transitions for Youth

Transitions for Youth (TFY) is a statewide initiative that utilizes a positive youth development framework to address the various needs of youth transitioning to adulthood. TFY serves youth involved in foster care, juvenile justice and the mental health systems.  For more information go to www.transitionsforyouth.org 

 
 
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