Illinois Department of Children & Family Services

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services
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Governor JB Pritzker
Heidi E. Mueller, Director
Supporting Illinois Children and Families
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) promotes the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families by responding to reports of potential abuse and neglect and, when needed, providing family-centered care and connection to resources.
Are you concerned about a child or family in need?
Find support here
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Do you suspect child abuse or neglect?
Make a report online or by phone, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
ChildAbuse.Illinois.gov
1-800-25ABUSE (252-2873)
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Governor JB Pritzker signed the Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act into law on February 5, 2025. This law empowers DCFS to establish more flexible certification standards for relative caregivers and ensures payments will be equal to those received by licensed foster parents.
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ONLINE REPORTING FORM
1-800-25-ABUSE(252-2873)
CONTACT DCFS
GENERAL INQUIRIES
312-814-6800
217-785-2509
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ADVOCACY OFFICE
800-232-3798
217-524-2029
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This website is intended to provide information about services and resources for children and families in Illinois.
For emergency services, please call 911