Child Welfare Services

The Child Welfare Department, under contract with the Department of Human Services of the City of Philadelphia and other counties, provides services that ensure and achieve safety, stability, permanency and well-being to children and families. Respecting the cultural diversity of the communities, our staff empowers children and families to achieve self sufficiency through in-home direct service, advocacy, and collaboration.

 

 
Program Highlights:

-  Child Welfare served over 520 children and family members during the current fiscal year
-  The program welcomed and certified 20 new kinship and foster parents since September
-  50 parents completed the first round of parenting classes. 55 parents are participating in one of 7 parenting classes that began in February.
-  15 adoptions were completed through SWAN and an additional 8 were completed in March, for a total of 23

What our Clients are Saying:

"I would like to thank JFCS for believing in me. You have helped me put together a plan to move forward with my life and I feel like you truly have my best interest at heart. “ --Ronald

To schedule an appointment or to request additional information:
Phone: 1.866.JFCS.NOW (1.866.532.7669)
Email: info@jfcsphilly.org
Click Here to complete an online contact form.

To contact Nancy Fagan, Director of Child Welfare Services, call 267.256.2202 or email NFagan@jfcsphilly.org