The Family First Act: An unprecedented opportunity to transform child welfare
Kids should grow up in safe, stable and secure families who support their long-term well-being. Research makes clear — growing up in a family is essential for all kids, especially those who have experienced abuse or neglect. Family First is an opportunity moment that offers exciting possibilities for us to be responsive to the specific needs of children, teens and families.
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Family First Resource Database
This database has been compiled by partner organizations and contains links to resources relating to the Family First Act. Search by resource type, topic, geographic location, or source. Note that you may view two ways: summary and list. Have a Family First resource that you think would be useful? Share it here >
COVID-19 Resources and Updates
The updates and resources collected reflect the most up to date information through various sources. The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) is continuing to update resources... (Read more)
Published Apr 2, 2020
ACF Grant Recipient COVID-19 Guidance
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) recognizes the severe impact of COVID-19 on our grantee community. This page centralizes ACF-wide guidance as it pertains to recipients, i.e., grantees, and... (Read more)
Published Apr 2, 2020
Children's Bureau Webpage_Additional COVID-19 resources
The coronavirus—or COVID-19—can put additional pressure on already vulnerable children, youth, and families. The child welfare field is uniquely positioned to support families in this time of increased stress. The... (Read more)
Published Apr 2, 2020
New Program Instruction ACYF-CB-PI-20-09 releasing updated CB-496 form and instructions
The Children’s Bureau has released Program Instruction (PI) ACYF-CB-PI-20-09. This PI provides State, Territorial, and Tribal title IV-E agencies with the revised CB-496 form and instructions approved by the U.S... (Read more)
Published Mar 31, 2020
Guidance on Flexible Convening of Court Hearings During COVID-19
This letter urges attorneys, courts, Court Improvement Programs, and administrative offices of the courts to work together to ensure that requisite judicial proceedings continue during the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/cb/resource/guidance-court-hearings-covid-19(Read more)
Published Mar 27, 2020
FosterClub Press Release: Youth from Foster Care Thrown into Crisis During COVID-19 Pandemic
In a poll of young people from foster care conducted online via Facebook and Email March 21-24, 2020, FosterClub, the national network for young people from foster care, gained troubling... (Read more)
Published Mar 27, 2020
National Center for State Courts COVID-19 Webpage
This webpage is tracking responses from state judicial systems including where state courts are scaling back, offering telephonic participation and more. View the webpage(Read more)
Published Mar 24, 2020
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