Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF)
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Madison, Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families is a cabinet-level agency overseeing child welfare, child care, child support, and economic assistance. Child welfare is delivered by 71 county and tribal child welfare agencies, with state-administered services in Milwaukee through the Division of Milwaukee Child Protective Services.
Phone: (608) 422-7000
Address: 201 E Washington Avenue, Room G200, Madison, Wisconsin, 53703
Website: https://dcf.wisconsin.gov
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: State oversight of county child welfare, Milwaukee Division of Child Protective Services, child care subsidy and quality, child support enforcement, Wisconsin Works (W-2)
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 Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF)
How do I contact Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF)?
You can call Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) at (608) 422-7000 or visit 201 E Washington Avenue, Room G200 in Madison, Wisconsin. Their website is https://dcf.wisconsin.gov.
What services does Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) offer?
Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers State oversight of county child welfare, Milwaukee Division of Child Protective Services, child care subsidy and quality, child support enforcement, Wisconsin Works (W-2). Serves Birth–21. The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families is a cabinet-level agency overseeing child welfare, child care, child support, and economic assistance. Child welfare is delivered by 71 county and tribal child welfare agencies, with state-administered services in Milwaukee through the Division of M
Are services at Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) at (608) 422-7000 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) support?
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF)?
Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (608) 422-7000 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.