Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Jefferson City, Missouri. The Missouri Children's Division within the Department of Social Services investigates child abuse and neglect, provides foster care and adoption, and supports families through prevention services. Operates regional and county offices across Missouri.
Phone: (573) 522-8024
Address: 615 Howerton Court, P.O. Box 88, Jefferson City, Missouri, 65109
Website: https://dss.mo.gov/cd
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: Child abuse and neglect hotline and investigation, foster care, adoption, kinship care, family-centered services, parents as teachers, child care licensing
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 Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division
How do I contact Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division?
You can call Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division at (573) 522-8024 or visit 615 Howerton Court, P.O. Box 88 in Jefferson City, Missouri. Their website is https://dss.mo.gov/cd.
What services does Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division offer?
Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division offers Child abuse and neglect hotline and investigation, foster care, adoption, kinship care, family-centered services, parents as teachers, child care licensing. Serves Birth–21. The Missouri Children's Division within the Department of Social Services investigates child abuse and neglect, provides foster care and adoption, and supports families through prevention services. Operates regional and county offices across Missouri.
Are services at Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division at (573) 522-8024 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division support?
Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division 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 Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division?
Missouri Department of Social Services – Children's Division reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (573) 522-8024 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.