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ACF Releases New Resources on Behavioral Health for Young Adults, Families, and Professionals

ACF’s new resources support the prevention of, treatment for, and recovery from behavioral health challenges and conditions.

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The ABC’s for Back-to-School Preparation for Refugees, Asylees, Parolees, and Others!

As children nationwide start school, ORR supports arrivals to begin with their best foot forward. ORR’s Refugee Program serves refugees and other eligible populations from around the world. Here are a few back-to-basic ABCs to help folks return to school!

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ACF Continues Commitment to Support Youth and Families Dealing with Substance Use

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember those we’ve lost to overdose, recognize the grief of the family and friends left behind, and renew our commitment to act with urgency to end overdose and related harms.

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Improving Access to ACF Programs and Services

ACF releases a set of resources tailored for especially hard-to-reach individuals in the communities where they live.

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Celebrating Father’s Day

On behalf of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), I wish fathers, father figures and other caregivers everywhere a Happy Father’s Day! Today and all days, we celebrate fathers and how they make a positive difference in child and family well-being.

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Doing Things Differently; Shifting from Cultures of Surveillance to Communities of Support

Observing National Child Abuse Prevention Month and emphasizing a prevention-focused approach to better support families that thrive. 

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Ushering in Meaningful Change for Survivors and Introducing ACF’s New Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is establishing the new Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services (OFVPS), permanently moving the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) Program to become its own office.

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ACF is Heading into 2023 with Momentum

Assistant Secretary January Contreras shares ACF's 2023 priorities.

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Supporting Children, Youth, and Families who Experience a Parent or Caregiver Loss

ACF is working closely with federal agencies and key partners to ensure that families who experience parent and caregiver loss are aware of existing assistance. ACF has released a Dear Colleague Letter with information about helpful resources.

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