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During Safe Haven Awareness Month, New Jersey Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut-Beyer recognizes the scope and impact the life-saving Safe Haven Law has had in New Jersey.
September 26, 2025 at 5:50 PM
During Safe Haven Awareness Month, New Jersey Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut-Beyer recognizes the scope and impact the life-saving Safe Haven Law has had in New Jersey.
New Jersey's Safe Haven Law had its 25th anniversary in August and its 100th safe surrender earlier this month. During Safe Haven Awareness Month we are celebrating these milestones in NJ’s Safe Haven program, and the lives this law has saved. More info below.
September 22, 2025 at 6:49 PM
New Jersey's Safe Haven Law had its 25th anniversary in August and its 100th safe surrender earlier this month. During Safe Haven Awareness Month we are celebrating these milestones in NJ’s Safe Haven program, and the lives this law has saved. More info below.
Remember the F.L.O.A.T. water safety rules from the New Jersey Department of Health
👯♀️Find a buddy
🦺Life jackets (always)
⛔Obey barrier rules
👀Adults need to watch
🏊Take swim lessons.
👯♀️Find a buddy
🦺Life jackets (always)
⛔Obey barrier rules
👀Adults need to watch
🏊Take swim lessons.
August 15, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Remember the F.L.O.A.T. water safety rules from the New Jersey Department of Health
👯♀️Find a buddy
🦺Life jackets (always)
⛔Obey barrier rules
👀Adults need to watch
🏊Take swim lessons.
👯♀️Find a buddy
🦺Life jackets (always)
⛔Obey barrier rules
👀Adults need to watch
🏊Take swim lessons.
Drowning is a leading cause of death among children aged 1 to 4 years. Even kids who have had swimming lessons need constant supervision.
Don’t get distracted when kids are in the pool!
Don’t get distracted when kids are in the pool!
July 25, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Drowning is a leading cause of death among children aged 1 to 4 years. Even kids who have had swimming lessons need constant supervision.
Don’t get distracted when kids are in the pool!
Don’t get distracted when kids are in the pool!
CSOC is committed to providing services for children & youth in a family-centered, community-based environment. If you're a caregiver, and you need help for a young person under 21 regarding:
🟢 Behavioral Health
🔵 Substance Use
🟣 Developmental Disabilities
☎️Call the 24-hour helpline: 1-877-652-7624
🟢 Behavioral Health
🔵 Substance Use
🟣 Developmental Disabilities
☎️Call the 24-hour helpline: 1-877-652-7624
June 27, 2025 at 5:51 PM
CSOC is committed to providing services for children & youth in a family-centered, community-based environment. If you're a caregiver, and you need help for a young person under 21 regarding:
🟢 Behavioral Health
🔵 Substance Use
🟣 Developmental Disabilities
☎️Call the 24-hour helpline: 1-877-652-7624
🟢 Behavioral Health
🔵 Substance Use
🟣 Developmental Disabilities
☎️Call the 24-hour helpline: 1-877-652-7624
June is Reunification Month! Reunification is the goal for most foster care placements. This month, we celebrate the families who have done the work, shown resilience, and have begun healing – together💗
June 2, 2025 at 9:03 PM
June is Reunification Month! Reunification is the goal for most foster care placements. This month, we celebrate the families who have done the work, shown resilience, and have begun healing – together💗
#DYK DCF offers academic support for parenting or expecting teens?
Project TEACH is an alternative year-round education program for students who need added support achieving an education while raising a baby.
📲(609) 888-7990
🔗 www.nj.gov/dcf/families...
#TeenPregnancyAwareness
Project TEACH is an alternative year-round education program for students who need added support achieving an education while raising a baby.
📲(609) 888-7990
🔗 www.nj.gov/dcf/families...
#TeenPregnancyAwareness
May 27, 2025 at 9:39 PM
#DYK DCF offers academic support for parenting or expecting teens?
Project TEACH is an alternative year-round education program for students who need added support achieving an education while raising a baby.
📲(609) 888-7990
🔗 www.nj.gov/dcf/families...
#TeenPregnancyAwareness
Project TEACH is an alternative year-round education program for students who need added support achieving an education while raising a baby.
📲(609) 888-7990
🔗 www.nj.gov/dcf/families...
#TeenPregnancyAwareness
New Jersey's Women's Referral Central Hotline offers help with resources, information, and crisis response 24/7/365
💕For #ChildCare • #ChildSupport • #Housing • #Employment • Legal Assistance • #SocialServices • More! 💕
☎️Call 1 800 322-8092
🔗 More ways to reach out: www.nj.gov/dcf/women/ho...
💕For #ChildCare • #ChildSupport • #Housing • #Employment • Legal Assistance • #SocialServices • More! 💕
☎️Call 1 800 322-8092
🔗 More ways to reach out: www.nj.gov/dcf/women/ho...
May 22, 2025 at 2:47 PM
New Jersey's Women's Referral Central Hotline offers help with resources, information, and crisis response 24/7/365
💕For #ChildCare • #ChildSupport • #Housing • #Employment • Legal Assistance • #SocialServices • More! 💕
☎️Call 1 800 322-8092
🔗 More ways to reach out: www.nj.gov/dcf/women/ho...
💕For #ChildCare • #ChildSupport • #Housing • #Employment • Legal Assistance • #SocialServices • More! 💕
☎️Call 1 800 322-8092
🔗 More ways to reach out: www.nj.gov/dcf/women/ho...
Displaced homemaker programs help individuals prepare to enter or re-enter the job market. The goal is to help them become financially self-sufficient by providing education, trainings, and more.
🔗From the NJ Department of Labor, connect with DH services across the state
www.nj.gov/labor/career...
🔗From the NJ Department of Labor, connect with DH services across the state
www.nj.gov/labor/career...
May 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Displaced homemaker programs help individuals prepare to enter or re-enter the job market. The goal is to help them become financially self-sufficient by providing education, trainings, and more.
🔗From the NJ Department of Labor, connect with DH services across the state
www.nj.gov/labor/career...
🔗From the NJ Department of Labor, connect with DH services across the state
www.nj.gov/labor/career...
DCF Commissioner Beyer applauds the apprenticeship initiative from the Dept. of Labor as they launch the Infant Toddler Registered Apprenticeship pilot program.
🔗 Get all the details from @njlabordept.bsky.social
www.nj.gov/labor/lwdhom...
🔗 Get all the details from @njlabordept.bsky.social
www.nj.gov/labor/lwdhom...
May 1, 2025 at 8:54 PM
DCF Commissioner Beyer applauds the apprenticeship initiative from the Dept. of Labor as they launch the Infant Toddler Registered Apprenticeship pilot program.
🔗 Get all the details from @njlabordept.bsky.social
www.nj.gov/labor/lwdhom...
🔗 Get all the details from @njlabordept.bsky.social
www.nj.gov/labor/lwdhom...
Target has issued a recall of the “Pea, Zucchini, Kale, and Thyme” flavor of “Good and Gather baby” brand baby food.
Parents are advised to throw away these packages with UPC code 1 91907-99314 1, and to contact Target customer support for remediation.
🔗Full details
abcnews.go.com/GMA/Food/tar...
Parents are advised to throw away these packages with UPC code 1 91907-99314 1, and to contact Target customer support for remediation.
🔗Full details
abcnews.go.com/GMA/Food/tar...
April 16, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Target has issued a recall of the “Pea, Zucchini, Kale, and Thyme” flavor of “Good and Gather baby” brand baby food.
Parents are advised to throw away these packages with UPC code 1 91907-99314 1, and to contact Target customer support for remediation.
🔗Full details
abcnews.go.com/GMA/Food/tar...
Parents are advised to throw away these packages with UPC code 1 91907-99314 1, and to contact Target customer support for remediation.
🔗Full details
abcnews.go.com/GMA/Food/tar...
Gen Z and Gen Alpha can make a change. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month learn about what you can do to support survivors, and prevent violence and assault.
🔗 From the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, get the tools you need to take action today.
www.nsvrc.org/saam?index=2
🔗 From the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, get the tools you need to take action today.
www.nsvrc.org/saam?index=2
April 7, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Gen Z and Gen Alpha can make a change. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month learn about what you can do to support survivors, and prevent violence and assault.
🔗 From the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, get the tools you need to take action today.
www.nsvrc.org/saam?index=2
🔗 From the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, get the tools you need to take action today.
www.nsvrc.org/saam?index=2
#TeamDCF's Culturally Specific Programming is dedicated to providing relevant, inclusive, and accessible services to communities, across New Jersey.
Get help with 🚪 Housing/Rental Assistance 📲 24/7 Hotlines🚗 Transportation 🌐 Interpretation/Translation 💬 Counseling 🐣 Children's Services ⚙ More!
Get help with 🚪 Housing/Rental Assistance 📲 24/7 Hotlines🚗 Transportation 🌐 Interpretation/Translation 💬 Counseling 🐣 Children's Services ⚙ More!
April 4, 2025 at 6:27 PM
#TeamDCF's Culturally Specific Programming is dedicated to providing relevant, inclusive, and accessible services to communities, across New Jersey.
Get help with 🚪 Housing/Rental Assistance 📲 24/7 Hotlines🚗 Transportation 🌐 Interpretation/Translation 💬 Counseling 🐣 Children's Services ⚙ More!
Get help with 🚪 Housing/Rental Assistance 📲 24/7 Hotlines🚗 Transportation 🌐 Interpretation/Translation 💬 Counseling 🐣 Children's Services ⚙ More!
On World Autism Awareness Day we raise awareness about the supports and services available for children and adults with autism – programs that promote quality of life, dignity and agency.
🔗 www.nj.gov/humanservice...
🔗 www.nj.gov/humanservice...
April 2, 2025 at 8:05 PM
On World Autism Awareness Day we raise awareness about the supports and services available for children and adults with autism – programs that promote quality of life, dignity and agency.
🔗 www.nj.gov/humanservice...
🔗 www.nj.gov/humanservice...
🔔REMINDER: Internet safety isn't just about privacy settings.
Kids are often exposed to "challenges" that encourage risk taking— ranging from stunts, to unsafe food, and even goading peers into self-harm.
🔗Learn more about these phenomena, and what precautions you can take
gabb.com/blog/tiktok-...
Kids are often exposed to "challenges" that encourage risk taking— ranging from stunts, to unsafe food, and even goading peers into self-harm.
🔗Learn more about these phenomena, and what precautions you can take
gabb.com/blog/tiktok-...
March 27, 2025 at 5:54 PM
🔔REMINDER: Internet safety isn't just about privacy settings.
Kids are often exposed to "challenges" that encourage risk taking— ranging from stunts, to unsafe food, and even goading peers into self-harm.
🔗Learn more about these phenomena, and what precautions you can take
gabb.com/blog/tiktok-...
Kids are often exposed to "challenges" that encourage risk taking— ranging from stunts, to unsafe food, and even goading peers into self-harm.
🔗Learn more about these phenomena, and what precautions you can take
gabb.com/blog/tiktok-...
Looking for IDD services?🔍
🐣Your child may be eligible to receive developmental disability services, including:
🟢 Intensive In-Home Services
🔵 Family Support Services
🟣 Out-of-Home Treatment
📲 For info call the 24-hour Access Line
1-877-652-7624
🐣Your child may be eligible to receive developmental disability services, including:
🟢 Intensive In-Home Services
🔵 Family Support Services
🟣 Out-of-Home Treatment
📲 For info call the 24-hour Access Line
1-877-652-7624
March 19, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Looking for IDD services?🔍
🐣Your child may be eligible to receive developmental disability services, including:
🟢 Intensive In-Home Services
🔵 Family Support Services
🟣 Out-of-Home Treatment
📲 For info call the 24-hour Access Line
1-877-652-7624
🐣Your child may be eligible to receive developmental disability services, including:
🟢 Intensive In-Home Services
🔵 Family Support Services
🟣 Out-of-Home Treatment
📲 For info call the 24-hour Access Line
1-877-652-7624
💖Hone your passion and make a difference for children, families, and your community. Attend the #TeamDCF career fair at Montclair State University!
📅Monday 3/31, 10a-1p
📝Bring multiple copies of your resume.
🔗Learn more about career opportunities with TeamDCF
www.nj.gov/dcf/about/em...
📅Monday 3/31, 10a-1p
📝Bring multiple copies of your resume.
🔗Learn more about career opportunities with TeamDCF
www.nj.gov/dcf/about/em...
March 17, 2025 at 10:18 PM
💖Hone your passion and make a difference for children, families, and your community. Attend the #TeamDCF career fair at Montclair State University!
📅Monday 3/31, 10a-1p
📝Bring multiple copies of your resume.
🔗Learn more about career opportunities with TeamDCF
www.nj.gov/dcf/about/em...
📅Monday 3/31, 10a-1p
📝Bring multiple copies of your resume.
🔗Learn more about career opportunities with TeamDCF
www.nj.gov/dcf/about/em...
All children grow at different rates, but if you & your pediatrician sense a delay, this could be a sign of intellectual or developmental disability. Reach out to early intervention services for help.
🔗 Learn about New Jersey Department of Health Early Intervention: www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/e...
🔗 Learn about New Jersey Department of Health Early Intervention: www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/e...
March 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM
All children grow at different rates, but if you & your pediatrician sense a delay, this could be a sign of intellectual or developmental disability. Reach out to early intervention services for help.
🔗 Learn about New Jersey Department of Health Early Intervention: www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/e...
🔗 Learn about New Jersey Department of Health Early Intervention: www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/e...
Tomorrow is International Women's Day!💜 This year's theme is “#AccelerateAction."
Let’s celebrate the contributions of women across the globe – in every industry and profession! HerStory is our story!
🔗https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
Let’s celebrate the contributions of women across the globe – in every industry and profession! HerStory is our story!
🔗https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
March 7, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Tomorrow is International Women's Day!💜 This year's theme is “#AccelerateAction."
Let’s celebrate the contributions of women across the globe – in every industry and profession! HerStory is our story!
🔗https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
Let’s celebrate the contributions of women across the globe – in every industry and profession! HerStory is our story!
🔗https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
For #ParentLeadershipMonth we're asking the question: What is parent leadership?
It's different for every parent and family but at its core it is advocacy, leading by example, and supporting your kids and community.
It's different for every parent and family but at its core it is advocacy, leading by example, and supporting your kids and community.
February 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM
For #ParentLeadershipMonth we're asking the question: What is parent leadership?
It's different for every parent and family but at its core it is advocacy, leading by example, and supporting your kids and community.
It's different for every parent and family but at its core it is advocacy, leading by example, and supporting your kids and community.
📡On #SaferInternetDay we're reminding parents to be familiar with social media privacy & parental controls.
📲 Keep safe by limiting online time, communicating expectations, and monitoring activity, like chats and friends lists.
🔗The FTC has guidelines that can help
consumer.ftc.gov/identity-the...
📲 Keep safe by limiting online time, communicating expectations, and monitoring activity, like chats and friends lists.
🔗The FTC has guidelines that can help
consumer.ftc.gov/identity-the...
February 11, 2025 at 3:17 PM
📡On #SaferInternetDay we're reminding parents to be familiar with social media privacy & parental controls.
📲 Keep safe by limiting online time, communicating expectations, and monitoring activity, like chats and friends lists.
🔗The FTC has guidelines that can help
consumer.ftc.gov/identity-the...
📲 Keep safe by limiting online time, communicating expectations, and monitoring activity, like chats and friends lists.
🔗The FTC has guidelines that can help
consumer.ftc.gov/identity-the...
The domestic violence hotline allows you to call on someone's behalf.
Calls are confidential and you can save someone's life.
☎️If you suspect someone is in danger, call for help: 1-800-572-7233
Calls are confidential and you can save someone's life.
☎️If you suspect someone is in danger, call for help: 1-800-572-7233
February 7, 2025 at 10:03 PM
The domestic violence hotline allows you to call on someone's behalf.
Calls are confidential and you can save someone's life.
☎️If you suspect someone is in danger, call for help: 1-800-572-7233
Calls are confidential and you can save someone's life.
☎️If you suspect someone is in danger, call for help: 1-800-572-7233
For Parent Leadership Month we're asking the question: What is parent leadership?
Parent leadership can be volunteering, attending things like PTA meetings, taking classes & workshops, and getting involved to drive change and improve programs and services that affect families across your community.
Parent leadership can be volunteering, attending things like PTA meetings, taking classes & workshops, and getting involved to drive change and improve programs and services that affect families across your community.
February 5, 2025 at 7:36 PM
For Parent Leadership Month we're asking the question: What is parent leadership?
Parent leadership can be volunteering, attending things like PTA meetings, taking classes & workshops, and getting involved to drive change and improve programs and services that affect families across your community.
Parent leadership can be volunteering, attending things like PTA meetings, taking classes & workshops, and getting involved to drive change and improve programs and services that affect families across your community.
Today is #RosaParksDay
She was an advocate, worked in Congress, founded an institute for youth social welfare, and won the Congressional Gold Medal!🎖
🔗 There is a lot more to her story
www.history.com/topics/black...
💗Find ways you can take part in Rosa Parks Day
blog.iawomen.com/4-ways-to-ce...
She was an advocate, worked in Congress, founded an institute for youth social welfare, and won the Congressional Gold Medal!🎖
🔗 There is a lot more to her story
www.history.com/topics/black...
💗Find ways you can take part in Rosa Parks Day
blog.iawomen.com/4-ways-to-ce...
February 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Today is #RosaParksDay
She was an advocate, worked in Congress, founded an institute for youth social welfare, and won the Congressional Gold Medal!🎖
🔗 There is a lot more to her story
www.history.com/topics/black...
💗Find ways you can take part in Rosa Parks Day
blog.iawomen.com/4-ways-to-ce...
She was an advocate, worked in Congress, founded an institute for youth social welfare, and won the Congressional Gold Medal!🎖
🔗 There is a lot more to her story
www.history.com/topics/black...
💗Find ways you can take part in Rosa Parks Day
blog.iawomen.com/4-ways-to-ce...
Stalking isn't just being followed and watched. Learn the different strategies perpetrators use against their victims, so you can take action earlier to end the unwanted behavior.
If you believe you or someone you know is being stalked, call the domestic violence hotline. 1 (800) 572-7233
If you believe you or someone you know is being stalked, call the domestic violence hotline. 1 (800) 572-7233
January 28, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Stalking isn't just being followed and watched. Learn the different strategies perpetrators use against their victims, so you can take action earlier to end the unwanted behavior.
If you believe you or someone you know is being stalked, call the domestic violence hotline. 1 (800) 572-7233
If you believe you or someone you know is being stalked, call the domestic violence hotline. 1 (800) 572-7233