Latest news on dss

DSS (Department of Social Services) is a government agency responsible for providing various social services to individuals and families in need. Here are some of the latest news and updates on DSS:

National News

  1. Increased Funding for Child Welfare Services: The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a $1.1 billion increase in funding for child welfare services, including foster care and adoption assistance, to support the well-being of children and families. (Source: HHS.gov)
  2. New Guidance on Serving LGBTQ+ Youth: The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has released new guidance on serving LGBTQ+ youth in foster care, emphasizing the importance of providing culturally competent services and supporting the unique needs of these youth. (Source: ACF.gov)
  3. Efforts to Reduce Child Poverty: The White House has launched a new initiative to reduce child poverty, which includes increasing funding for programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). (Source: WhiteHouse.gov)

State-Specific News

  1. California: The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has launched a new online platform to help families access child care services and resources. (Source: CDSS.ca.gov)
  2. New York: The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) has announced a new initiative to improve the foster care system, including increasing funding for foster care services and supporting the recruitment and retention of foster parents. (Source: OCFS.ny.gov)
  3. Texas: The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) has launched a new online system to help families access child care services and resources, including a child care subsidy program. (Source: DFPS.texas.gov)

Local News

  1. [City/County Name]: [Local DSS agency] has announced a new program to provide support services to families affected by [specific issue, e.g. domestic violence, substance abuse]. (Source: [Local news source])
  2. [City/County Name]: [Local DSS agency] has launched a new initiative to improve the foster care system, including increasing funding for foster care services and supporting the recruitment and retention of foster parents. (Source: [Local news source])

Please note that these are just a few examples of recent news and updates on DSS, and there may be more information available depending on your location and specific interests.