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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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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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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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FYSB and SAMHSA Celebrate the Possibilities of Prevention in Strengthening our Youth, Families, and Communities

During National Prevention Week, the Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) discusses coordination efforts to share critical messages with youth and families that foster promoting substance misuse prevention and positive mental health in their communities.  

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Calling on Partners to Help People Stay Covered

The end of the Public Health Emergency and Continuous Enrollment

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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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Take Action to Improve the Health and Well-Being of Men and Boys Impacted by Human Trafficking

To ensure health equity for all individuals who experience—or are at risk of experiencing—human trafficking, we must address the needs of men and boys.

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