Family Preservation and the Family First Prevention Services Act It is critically important that we support families and prevent abuse and neglectbefore it occurs. This requires intense intervention – especially now, with many families under stress and isolated. To elevate and strengthen DFPS’ focus on family preservation, the Prevention and Early Intervention division (PEI) is being […]
As you begin preparing for the start of the 2020-2021 school year, DFPS is providing the following guidance to support you in meeting the educational needs of children. The COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on educational settings are very fluid and new information comes out almost daily. The questions and answers provided below are general […]
WEBINARS Fostering Education from Home Part I: Research Informed Strategies that Help Wednesday, May 27, 2020 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Fostering Education from Home Part II: Applying Strategies in the Real World Wednesday, June 10, 2020 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT With children out of school and at home, caregivers have been asked […]
The COVID-19 event continues to affect families worldwide. Strengthening families and communities has never been more important than it is right now. PEI is here to help. Our program specialists have been compiling family and caregiver resources alongside public health information for you. We will be sending this message out weekly to our PEI Community […]
Care Grant Info A benefit of STAR Health for youth in conservatorship is a Care Grant. Care Grants are small cash grants, which may be used for non-Medicaid items like art supplies, clothing or other personal items up to $100 per member, per year. To request, call member services (1-866-912-6283) and there will be a transfer to a […]