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Introducing the New OCFS Kinship Care Programs The following link(s) will open in one new tab or window. Should you have any questions regarding this article, please follow the specific contact information provided. Last year, the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) allocated an additional $995,153 to fund kinship care services through 8 non-profit organizations across the state. OCFS Kinship Programs, 21 in total and serving nearly 30 counties, work in collaboration with local social services agencies, offices for the aging, and community-based organizations to provide a full range of direct services. These programs understand the unique challenges faced by kinship families and work to improve children’s school engagement and family and peer relationships, as well as their legal status and access to state and federal assistance. According to Commissioner Carrion, “Kinship programs promote permanency and well-being for children living with their extended families. These programs also reduce costs to taxpayers by decreasing out-of-home placements and maintaining the familial bond for children.”
The new programs are listed below along with the counties they serve. For a complete list of kinship programs and other resources, please visit the NYS Kinship Navigator Website or call 1-877-454-6463.
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