Arizona DCS

ICYMI: To prioritize family-based placements, DCS increased foster care reimbursement rates by 50% in December, the first increase since 2009, while group home rates remained unchanged. To find out how you can become a foster parent, visit dcs.az.gov/foster

Meet Alexis! She is fun, caring, and loves to make the people around her laugh. Alexis enjoys doing her hair and makeup and dreams of becoming a cosmetologist one da: bit.ly/CHGAlexis0

It’s amazing the difference a bit of sunshine can make ☀️ You can be the sunshine for others too Image: instagram.com/happyzodesigns

NEW: Our Pilgrim Rest Community Hub evaluation with @ArizonaDCS is live! The data shows it connects families to rental, utility, transport and food help. Verdict: high trust, demand, and impact. Read more:🔗 ow.ly/kApZ50YvCQP

Share your time by volunteering as a guide at our next Heart Gallery event: childrensheartgallery.org/volunteer

We rise by lifting others - and together we can make things better Image: instagram.com/vicky_barone

Mindful March - Day 15: Stop. Breathe. Notice. Repeat regularly actionforhappiness.org/mindful-march #MindfulMarch

Happy #NationalSocialWorkMonth! The foundation of DCS is made up of these compassionate and selfless Social Work professionals. Their dedication is crucial to ensuring child safety and strengthening the well-being of families throughout the great State of Arizona.

Alex is a bright, creative and outgoing young man with a warm and engaging personality. He lights up when talking about his favorites: basketball, football, and cooking. Each giving him an opportunity to express himself and build connections with others: bit.ly/CHGAlex3

How to make sure good luck finds you! 🍀

Mindful March - Day 9: Take a full breath in and out before you reply to others actionforhappiness.org/mindful-march #MindfulMarch

Meet William - a very talented and active young man. He’s a leader amongst his friends and has a strong passion for dance, especially to dubstep music. He is incredibly passionate and driven about his dancing... someday he wants to be a YouTube dance star! bit.ly/CHGWilliam

Now Hiring: Make a Difference Where It Matters Most! Join the Arizona Department of Child Safety for an On-Site Hiring Event for DCS Case Managers / Child Safety Specialists in the East Valley! Our hiring event is March 4-5. Learn more/apply here: bit.ly/4awzitq

Sometimes you have to let go… and start again Image: instagram.com/milanicreative

Miranda is an active, determined and strong-willed teen. Miranda's absolute favorite thing to do is to go shopping - especially at Target! She also loves collecting all kinds of squishy fidget toys and playing basketball outside: bit.ly/CHGMiranda

Shift your mindset: from “I can’t handle this” to “It’s okay to feel this” Image: instagram.com/alantgordon

The best way to multiply your happiness is to share it with others Image: instagram.com/joycreativeshop

Leanna is a sweet girl with a passion for learning! Her creativitiy shines through in her love for drawing, art and her dream of becoming a singer and dancer when she grows up: bit.ly/CHGLeanna

Problems shrink with action. Just take the next step forward Image: instagram.com/growthbyvisuals

Friendly February - Day 18: Respond kindly to everyone you talk to today, including yourself actionforhappiness.org/friendly-febru… #FriendlyFebruary

Don’t just be good to others. Be good to yourself too Image: instagram.com/itskasierae