Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Topeka, Kansas. The Kansas Department for Children and Families investigates child abuse and neglect, contracts with private providers for foster care and family preservation, and administers economic and employment services. Operates regional offices across Kansas.
Phone: (785) 296-3271
Address: 555 S Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas, 66603
Website: https://dcf.ks.gov
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: Child protective services, foster care (contracted), family preservation, adoption, child support, economic and employment services, rehabilitation services
Ages served: Birth–21
Good to know: State child welfare agency headquarters; local services delivered through county/regional offices.
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Frequently asked questions about Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
How do I contact Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)?
You can call Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) at (785) 296-3271 or visit 555 S Kansas Avenue in Topeka, Kansas. Their website is https://dcf.ks.gov.
What services does Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) offer?
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) offers Child protective services, foster care (contracted), family preservation, adoption, child support, economic and employment services, rehabilitation services. Serves Birth–21. The Kansas Department for Children and Families investigates child abuse and neglect, contracts with private providers for foster care and family preservation, and administers economic and employment services. Operates regional offices across Kansas.
Are services at Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) at (785) 296-3271 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) support?
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) reports providing services in: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)?
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (785) 296-3271 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.