The Florida Department of Children and Families works to strengthen families, protect children, and help individuals achieve economic self-sufficiency through comprehensive services and support programs.
Explore Our ServicesWe provide a range of services to support families and individuals throughout Florida.
Protection of children from abuse, neglect, and abandonment through prevention, intervention, and family support services.
Assistance programs including SNAP (food assistance), TANF (temporary cash assistance), and Medicaid eligibility.
Access to substance abuse and mental health services to help individuals and families overcome challenges and build resilience.
Protection of vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation through investigation and service provision.
Our mission and commitment to Florida families
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is dedicated to protecting the vulnerable, promoting strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advancing personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Our statewide system of programs works collaboratively with communities to ensure the safety, well-being, and self-sufficiency of the people we serve.
Through our innovative Hope Florida – A Pathway to Prosperity initiative, we're connecting Florida families with community organizations, churches, non-profits, and businesses to break down traditional barriers to services and create opportunities for economic self-sufficiency.
Explore these helpful resources for more information
Get in touch with our team for assistance
1317 Winewood Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32399
(850) 300-4323
MyACCESS - Apply for benefits online
Florida Abuse Hotline: 1-800-962-2873
Florida Relay 711 or TTY: 1-800-955-8771