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DCFS Hosts Annual Adoption Celebration at Capitol Park Museum
December 12, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services hosted its 26th annual Adoption Celebration on December 12, 2024, honoring the 471 families who adopted 608 children and youth from foster care this past year.
Own Your Path: Empowering Louisiana Youth to Shape Their Future with Confidence
November 08, 2024
DCFS’s 'Own Your Path' initiative equips Louisiana teens with the tools to take charge of their decisions and create brighter futures. From financial literacy to emotional well-being and legal knowledge, this engaging program fosters responsible decision-making, guiding youth toward economic mobility and lifelong success.
DCFS Urges Immediate PIN Change Amid Skimming Device Discovery
November 06, 2024
DCFS is urging all EBT cardholders to change their PIN immediately following the discovery of multiple skimming devices at various retail locations across the state.
Hurricane Francine DSNAP Operation a Team Effort
October 03, 2024
"We are grateful to our Governor and our incredible partners at FNS for answering the call to offer these important resources to families impacted by Francine."
Changes to SNAP Work Requirements Effective October 1
September 30, 2024
Starting October 1, the age limit for ABAWDs will increase from 52 to 54 and time-limit waivers in 33 parishes will expire. Notices were mailed to affected SNAP recipients on August 30.
SNAP Income Thresholds, Deductions and Resource Limits Increase October 1
September 30, 2024
Beginning October 1, more than 400,000 Louisiana households will see a modest increase in monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits thanks to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) annual cost-of-living adjustment for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2025.
Hurricane Francine Disaster Food Assistance Available for Jefferson Parish
September 30, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) received federal approval on September 27, 2024, for multiple forms of disaster food assistance for Hurricane Francine-affected families in Jefferson Parish. USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) authorized Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) operations and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) supplements.
DCFS Names New Deputy Secretary, Aly Rau
September 24, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has named Aly Rau as its new Deputy Secretary.
DSNAP, SNAP Replacements and Supplements Authorized for Certain Parishes Affected by Hurricane Francine
September 20, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) received federal approval on September 20, 2024, for multiple forms of disaster food assistance for Hurricane Francine-affected families. USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) authorized Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) operations in 8 parishes, automatic SNAP replacement benefits for 4 parishes, and automatic SNAP supplements for 6 parishes.
DCFS Offering Help With SNAP Applications at Ochsner Health Center Lapalco
August 20, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is offering in-person public assistance services at Ochsner Health Center Lapalco three days a week. The partnership supports a common goal of Ochsner's Healthy State initiative and DCFS’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): reducing food insecurity in Louisiana.