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Choosing child care is an important decision. Safe and positive child care sets the stage for healthy growth and development.

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New York State can provide financial assistance for child care to eligible families.

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Have a passion for protecting and strengthening children, families and our communities? A career with OCFS or local agencies is a perfect fit!

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Child Abuse Prevention

The abuse or maltreatment of children is against the law. Find out how you can prevent it.

How to report abuse.

Get domestic violence support.

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Adopt or Foster a Child

When you foster or adopt a child, you will be giving that child a caring family and another chance in life.

Become a foster parent.

Adopt a child.

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Child Care Hiring

Find the resources and financial incentives you need to grow your child care staff and expand your program.

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Additional Information

Find Services for Children and Families

OCFS offers numerous services in a wide variety of programs.

Parents and Families

We offer services and resources for parents looking to provide the best care and support for their families.

Family First

Prioritizing family-based foster care over residential care through the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA).

Youth

Guidance and support resources for youth to help them on the path to positive outcomes and self-sufficiency.

Child Care Providers

Health and safety resources, provider training, policies, emergency planning, and resources to share with families.

Professionals and Business

Rates and finances, data and reports, training and effective practices.

COVID-19 Information

Information, resources, and updates on the current global coronavirus outbreak.

Child Safety

Safety resources for families with children.

Paid Family Leave

In 2016, New York enacted the nation’s strongest and most comprehensive Paid Family Leave policy.

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