Florida Department of Children and Families
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The Florida Department of Children & Families is committed to ▶️ Protecting the vulnerable ▶️ Promoting strong families ▶️ Advancing recovery & resiliency
Tallahassee, Florida
Joined May 2011
.@GovRonDeSantis' Focus on Florida’s Future budget invests $4.8 billion to support strong and resilient families. This funding will be used to increase resources for the child welfare system of care, combat the opioid crisis, increase bed capacity at State Mental Health Facilities, and continue to improve to the Department’s technology. We are grateful for his continued leadership and dedication to Florida’s families.
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@GovRonDeSantis Focus on Florida’s Future budget invests $4.8 billion to support strong and resilient families. This funding will be used to increase resources for the child welfare system of care, combat the opioid crisis, increase bed capacity at State Mental Health Facilities, and continue to improve the Department’s technology. We are grateful for his continued leadership and dedication to Florida’s families.
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This week, @GovRonDeSantis announced the Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, providing $4.8 billion in funding for the Department to support and expand resources and services needed to best serve Florida’s children and families. “Governor Ron DeSantis’ Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget continues our commitment to supporting families,” said Secretary @SHarrisFL. “This funding will also further our efforts to serve more individuals contending with mental health and substance use disorders, harden our security efforts, support foster and adoptive initiatives, and invest in programs to improve our child welfare services.” More here:
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As we conclude Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Secretary @SHarrisFL encourages everyone in Florida to stay alert, recognize the signs of human trafficking, and report any suspicious behavior. Visit our website for more details and resources.
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Here are some tips to help keep kids safe online. For more tips, download the Online Safety Toolkit for Parents at
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RT @HopeFlorida: Hope Florida is reducing the size and scope of government by bringing together nonprofits, churches, and businesses to ser…
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At the Fatherhood Grantee Conference in Tampa, @SHarrisFL shared insights on the impact of the supportive @FatherFirstFL programs in Florida. We are thankful for Governor DeSantis’ leadership so that we can continue to see this initiative grow for years to come, and for Family First and our many great partners who make this program such a success.
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If you suspect a child is a victim of human trafficking, call the Florida Abuse Hotline at 1-800-96- ABUSE. If you suspect an adult is a victim of human trafficking call the Florida Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-855-FLA-SAFE. Together we can make a difference.
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RT @HopeFlorida: Hope Florida works with partners outside of government to help Floridians create a pathway to prosperity. Since its incept…
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RT @HopeFlorida: Hope Florida is help finding help. Launched in 2021 by First Lady @CaseyDeSantis, Hope Florida's philosophy has changed h…
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RT @MyFDOT: IMPORTANT UPDATE: I-10 ALERT: Effective 2 p.m. EST (Jan 23), a portion of WESTBOUND Interstate 10 (I-10) will reopen to traffic…
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RT @MyFDOT_NWFL: Along with snowplows, road graders are being utilized by FDOT crews for ice and snow removal on I-10 to restore traffic on…
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RT @FLSERT: ❄️1/23/25: Snow in the Sunshine State? That's right! Dangerously cold temps will remain in North FL through tonight & Floridian…
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RT @FLSERT: 🚨 1/23/25: Very slick & icy road conditions can be expected in North FL where freezing temperatures allowed any remaining water…
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RT @MyFDOT: IMPORTANT I-10 CLOSURE ALERT: Effective 7p.m. EST tonight (Jan 22), Interstate 10 (I-10) will be CLOSED in both directions from…
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RT @MyFDOT_CFL: District Five crews continue to help out in the snowy panhandle! Check to stay updated on road cond…
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RT @FLSERT: 🚨 1/22/2025: If ice formed where you live, watch out! 🧊 Don't walk under trees, powerlines or overhangs, as ice or frozen tree…
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RT @FLSERT: 🚨 1/22/25: You shouldn't be on the road if you feel unsafe or unfamiliar with driving in wintery conditions. If you MUST drive…
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RT @MyFDOT_NWFL: FDOT crews are using every available tool and piece of equipment this morning to remove ice and snow from interstate on/of…
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