Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

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Safe children & adults. Strong families & communities. Stronger Texas.

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) page is an online resource for the public and stakeholders to learn about agency initiatives, services, and awareness campaigns.

06/03/2026

Always keep a watchful eye on children around water! Whether it's a pool, lake, or even the bathtub, a vigilant adult is key to ensuring safety! 💙👶 🌊https://ow.ly/tWJ250Z2RKP

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month 06/01/2026

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month! Tune in 👇to hear valuable insights from Kez Wold, associate commissioner for Adult Protective Services, on how YOU can help older and vulnerable Texans. 💜📹 https://ow.ly/PV5h50W31Pz

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month This brief message highlights the importance of Elder Abuse Awarene...

Foster family recounts adoption experience during Foster Care Month 05/31/2026

May is Foster Care Month! Mark & Amanda Hayden were raising two biological children before they eventually welcomed their foster child into their family.

Foster family recounts adoption experience during Foster Care Month VICTORIA, Texas - May marks Foster Care Month, as the nation recognizes the over 300,000 children who are currently in the foster care system. One family retold their experience as

05/28/2026

May is Foster Care Month! We're proud to team up with Governor Abbott to announce Texas is joining the ‘A Home for Every Child’ initiative! Let’s unite to increase licensed foster & kinship homes to ensure every child has a safe place to thrive. Learn more at gov.texas.gov/news/category/press-release. Ready to make a difference? Go to adoptchildren.org and become a foster parent today! 🏡💙

05/27/2026

Every day at DFPS, we join forces with incredible partners across Texas to protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities! Huge shoutout to the amazing organizations and residents of Glenn Heights for standing strong against child abuse and neglect. 👉 volunteerdfps.org

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4900 N Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX
78751