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Child Maltreatment 2023: A reduction in child maltreatment victims or a retrenchment of child protection?

Child Welfare Monitor

“New Federal Report Demonstrates Reduction in Child Maltreatment Victims and Underscores Need for Continued Action,” the Administration on Children and Families (ACF) of the US Department of Health and Human Services proclaimed in releasing the latest annual report on the government response to child abuse and neglect.

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Child care, family assistance outlined in 2025 California budget

CCRC

Highlights include: Child care access : Though the Governors budget proposal does not outline specific spending for child care slots, the Administration is expected to maintain all existing commitments to child care slots. Overall, the California Budget Act 2025 focuses on education, economic growth, public safety, and accountability.

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Child Welfare FAQs Regarding Family Detention or Deportation

CO4Kids

The child welfare system for the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) oversees child welfare practices, policies and funding. Each of Colorados 64 counties implements child welfare practices and delivers direct services to children, youth and families in their counties. Will my children be adopted?

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7 Ways To Improve Your Human Services Organization

Relias

Human services organizations constantly have to navigate change. To help health and human service organizations get ahead, we’re sharing action items based on current trends in human services. Some temporary regulatory measures that made telehealth adoption easier during the pandemic have now faded away.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

Vibrant Emotional Health, who is the current administrator of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, believes that this change will help increase accessibility to these much-needed services. Department of Health and Human Services. Initially, introduced in the National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act (H.R. Prepared by.

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?NASW Member Voices: Social Work and Self-Care — A Review Through an Updated Lens

Social Work Blog

They argue that organizations that prioritize self-care for social work and human services staff are more likely to improve client care and productivity. A major strength of “Self-Care in Social Work” is how it underscores the role of administrators and supervisors in promoting healthier work environments.

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A Helpful Guide to KVC’s Mental Health and Child Welfare Services in Kansas and Missouri

KVC

Get ready to learn how you or others can take advantage of KVC’s child and family services. Or, if you’re not looking for services, learn how you can join KVC as an advocate, volunteer, financial supporter, event sponsor, foster or adoptive parent, or even team member. KVC Health Systems Executive Team.