New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF)
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Trenton, New Jersey. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is a cabinet-level agency that includes the Division of Child Protection and Permanency, Children's System of Care, Division on Women, Office of Family Support Services, and Office of Education. Serves children and families through local offices in all 21 NJ counties.
Phone: (609) 888-7900
Address: 50 East State Street, P.O. Box 729, Trenton, New Jersey, 08625
Website: https://www.nj.gov/dcf
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: Child protection and permanency, foster care, adoption, children's behavioral health (System of Care), domestic violence services, family support, child care education
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 New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF)
How do I contact New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF)?
You can call New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) at (609) 888-7900 or visit 50 East State Street, P.O. Box 729 in Trenton, New Jersey. Their website is https://www.nj.gov/dcf.
What services does New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) offer?
New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers Child protection and permanency, foster care, adoption, children's behavioral health (System of Care), domestic violence services, family support, child care education. Serves Birth–21. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is a cabinet-level agency that includes the Division of Child Protection and Permanency, Children's System of Care, Division on Women, Office of Family Support Services, and Office of Education. Serves children and families through local offices in
Are services at New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) at (609) 888-7900 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) support?
New Jersey Department of 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 New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF)?
New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (609) 888-7900 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.