Department of Child Services

Mission The Indiana Department of Child Services leads the state's response to allegations of child abuse and neglect and facilitates child support payments. We consider the needs and values of all we serve in our efforts to protect children while keeping families together whenever possible. Vision Children will live in safe, healthy and supportive families and communities. Values We at the Indiana Department of Child Services empower our team, in collaboration with state and local partners, to make decisions in the best interest of every child in our care by embracing: Respect for all Racial justice Diversity and inclusion A culture of safety and transparency A commitment to continuous improvement

License families interested in providing foster and respite care for children whose safety cannot be ensured in their family or kinship homes.