NJ Department of Children and Families

Hey everyone! We're not posting here much anymore. BUT we can still point you in the direction of programs, resources, and support. 📲Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/NewJerseyDCF/ 🔖Bookmark our homepage: nj.gov/dcf ✉️Reach out via email: ask@dcf.nj.gov

🥶It's been FREEZING so we have our heat running as much as we can. But that may not be affordable! 🔥 If you need help paying your energy, or heating, bill @NJDCA can help! ✔️ Eligibility Screening: njdca-housing.dynamics365portals.us/en-US/are-you-… 🖥️ Apply Right Now: njdca-housing.dynamics365portals.us/en-US/

⚓TODAY is the deadline to file for you #ANCHOR property tax rebate! Millions of families qualify, including those who rent. 📨Hurry and get your application in. From @NJdotcom get all the details you need nj.com/news/2023/12/t…

Tomorrow is Election Day! If you’re registered and haven't voted early, tomorrow is your last chance! Polls are open from 6am - 8pm. Best advice: get there early! Every vote counts. 📍Find your polling place nj.gov/state/election…

How are you celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day? ☮ 💗Kindness can be big or small; holding an elevator door, drawing a joyful picture with sidewalk chalk, or volunteering —it all counts! 🔗 Find a way to be kind and help your community today! nj.gov/state/voluntee…

Are you experiencing or witnessing violence in your home, but don’t have anyone you can talk to about it? Try chatting anonymously with the counselors on the 2ndfloor Youth Helpline app. Visit 2NDFLOOR.org/download to chat any time day or night.

November is National Adoption Month #TeamDCF will facilitate around 300 adoptions this year. And, many of our new families are kin adoptions, relatives and friends making their connections official after first being resource parents These are always special moments to cherish💗

Need help?🙇‍♂️ NJ 211 connects you to local orgs that can assist with 🏡housing, 💡utilities, 🥪food, 🐣childcare, 🩺healthcare, ⚙more! The service is free, available 24/7, multilingual, and accessible. 📞Dial 211 📲Text your zip to 898-211 🔗Online nj211.org

Happy Halloween from #TeamDCF! Have fun and Bee safe!

You can vote early and IN-PERSON!🙋🏽‍♀️ 🗓️From Sat. 10/26 to Sun. 11/3 Follow the guide and schedule the time that is right for you. 🔗 Get more info on how to vote vote.nj.gov

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Stay informed and follow these tips to enhance your online safety and protect your personal information.

.@GovMurphy joined the NJEDA at The Kids Palace II in West Orange today to highlight more than $1 billion in child care investments in @NJGov since 2018, including an additional $17 million for our Child Care Facilities Improvement Program. njeda.gov/governor-murph…

Make your voice heard! #NJVotes in 3 ways this election: 🙋🏽‍♂️ In-person Early Voting 📫 Vote by Mail 📥At your Polling Place on Election Day, November 5 (from 6AM to 8PM) 🔗 For more info, visit Vote.NJ.Gov

Last week, Anna Martinez, Director of #TeamDCF's Division on Women, was celebrated at Union County's Hispanic Leadership Event, for her in roles throughout federal government, in the @NJDCF and her excellence in leadership as a Hispanic woman We are proud to have her on TeamDCF!

📢 The DEP's State Park Police is recruiting candidates to fill 20 full-time officer positions across the state. There is no application deadline, and resumes will be accepted until all positions are filled. The starting base annual salary is more than $60,000. Check out the State Park Police video to learn more. “Each day with the State Park Police offers new challenges and exciting opportunities,” said George Fedorczyk, Chief of the State Park Police. “Whether you’re conducting a high-angle rescue in New Jersey’s rugged wilderness, patrolling by boat, bike, or snowmobile, or engaging with visitors from across the globe, our department offers experiences that go far beyond typical law enforcement roles.” Learn more/find the application at bit.ly/4f8GlYv Read our news release at bit.ly/3Y6kRol

#WorldTraumaDay #SafeHealthyConnected #TeamDCF

#TeamDCF recognizes that trauma can be psychological and emotional. To make us a healing-centered state we need to consider trauma, safety, and health altogether. The Family Helpline is designed to help before a crisis, connecting families with resources 24/7 📲 1 800 843-5437

Today is #BlindAmericansEqualityDay. A day we raise awareness about the accomplishments of blind Americans and their contributions to communities across the state and country.

We also honor New Jersey’s indigenous communities — from the Ramapough-Munsee Lenape Nation in Ramapo to the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation in Bridgeton. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

On #ColumbusDay, we honor our Italian American community and their many contributions to New Jersey and our nation across all sectors — from the arts to business to civic life and beyond.

Have you heard? It only takes a second to download the 2NDFLOOR app! Visit 2NDFLOOR.org/download to get free 24/7 mental health support with one-on-one chat, helpline, community conversations, and more. #mentalhealth #support #2NDFLOOR