Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
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Contact Information
40 North Street
Hyannis, MA 02601
United States
Online Contact Form
Hyannis, MA 02601
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:45 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:45 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:45 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 8:45 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 8:45 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers services to adoptive parents and their children to ensure that you have the support your family needs.Adoptive parents may be eligible for financial assistance depending on their adopted child’s special needs. Children are sometimes temporarily placed in foster care because their parents aren’t able to give them the care that they need. The Department of Children & Families (DCF) first tries to place children with relatives. When that’s not possible, they enter foster care. There are all kinds of foster parents. You can be single or married, own a home or rent one. There’s a need for foster parents across Massachusetts, from all diverse backgrounds.You should contact your DCF social worker to apply for an adoption subsidy before you’ve legally adopted your child. A number of post-adoption support services are available to children and parents in Massachusetts through Child & Family Services’ Adoption Journeys program
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Specialized / Therapeutic Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
Requirements to become a foster parent
Your local DCF or foster agency offers various services for foster children and families. Parents have access to training and educational resources as well as support groups.
Foster children also have health insurance covered. The DCF provides foster families with a stipend to cover care needs like food and board. The state also offers a clothing allowance every three months that helps to reimburse parents.
A case worker visits resources families every other month or as needed, and children in foster care are also assigned a social worker. These resources are invaluable points of contact for foster parents.
Local support organizations provide further support, such as resources and helplines. Foster families in Massachusetts also form groups to assist one another, share stories, and give advice. It's an excellent opportunity to create new connections and learn more as a parent.
Ratings and Reviews
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Nov 05, 2019
This is not my own experience but rather that of a friend. It is no less valid for that. She received a routine visit from them following an assault on her person by the father of the children. They discovered that she had a medical condition, one which was being treated, one which was not affecting the children's quality of life, and one which frankly wasn't any of their business. Despite all evidence to support a high quality of life for the children. They were kidnapped and placed in foster care. The problem is, they know that they can get away with taking anyone's child, at any time, for any reason, and they act accordingly. They act bereft of judgment, compassion, empathy professionalism or conscience. They have essentially been given absolute power, and it has corrupted them absolutely.
May 09, 2019
They moved me over 40 placements and over 16 school. Never received trauma therapy either. They need to tear this agency down and reform the system.
Jan 04, 2019
This office moved me 41 times as a child. They do not care about children’s safety or well being. Every time i was abused they screened out my report basically saying i am lying. Now as an adult in college I’m still left without housing even though i am signed in.
Jan 02, 2019
I am sure this team of professionals believe they are helping families and maybe they do in some cases. However, with that said, case workers need a full education in versistilty and compassion. Every situation is not the same and not all parents are the same. Each case involves individuals with different circumstances. At DCF everyone is treated the same and all are guilty before proven innocent. Not to mention harassment and a substantial amount of bullying . Please note, I have only worked with one person but if this is the norm I truly fear for other families.
Jun 21, 2017
They try to help who they can