Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Providence, Rhode Island. Rhode Island DCYF is a cabinet-level agency providing child welfare, juvenile justice, and children's behavioral health services. Operates four regional offices and the RI Training School. Serves children and families across all of Rhode Island.
Phone: (401) 528-3500
Address: 101 Friendship Street, Providence, Rhode Island, 02903
Website: https://dcyf.ri.gov
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: Child protective services, foster care, adoption, juvenile justice and Training School, children's behavioral health, family support, prevention 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 Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)
How do I contact Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)?
You can call Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) at (401) 528-3500 or visit 101 Friendship Street in Providence, Rhode Island. Their website is https://dcyf.ri.gov.
What services does Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) offer?
Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) offers Child protective services, foster care, adoption, juvenile justice and Training School, children's behavioral health, family support, prevention services. Serves Birth–21. Rhode Island DCYF is a cabinet-level agency providing child welfare, juvenile justice, and children's behavioral health services. Operates four regional offices and the RI Training School. Serves children and families across all of Rhode Island.
Are services at Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) at (401) 528-3500 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) support?
Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) 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 Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)?
Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (401) 528-3500 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.