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Utah's Office of Child Care (OCC) is committed to connecting families with accessible, affordable, quality child care for their children. Child care providers are vital partners who help fulfill that commitment. This guide is intended to help keep providers up-to-date on child care policies and changes. An overview of how the child care program works and the responsibilities of child care providers serving Department of Workforce Services customers is included. The guide is not all-inclusive.

Annual report of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Learn more about the Division of Child and Family Services.

The Utah Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is responsible for managing child and family welfare programs and services throughout the state of Utah. As the state's child welfare agency, DCFS establishes practice standards for programs and services administered by DCFS and contract providers, coordinates the delivery of these services, collaborates with state legislators, and implements and coordinates child welfare programs utilizing both state and federal funds. When a child cannot safely remain in their home, DCFS provides short-term foster care, with case activities designed to prepare for the child's return to their original parents or caregivers if safely possible. It is in the best interest for a child in foster care to be placed with a relative whenever safely possible. When reunification is not an appropriate goal, or if reunification is not successful, then adoption with a safe nurturing family, preferably a relative, is pursued as the best alternative to reunification. In some cases that safe, nurturing family will be given permanent custody or guardianship. Individualized permanency, or preparing the child to live on their own, is pursued only when all other alternatives have been exhausted. This report examines trends in Utah foster care provided by DCFS, with timeframes for each measure selected where comparable and relevant data exists. It examines the number of children in care over time, as well as the number of children entering foster care according to multiple demographics (assigned sex, race and ethnicity, and age when entering care). Introductory placement settings for foster care are examined, as well as foster duration, foster re-entries, and placement stability within foster care. Where feasible, census population figures are incorporated so that these figures can be understood as a rate compared to the representation of that youth group within the state. Census data reflectpopulation estimates for July 1 of each year, and have been

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

The Utah Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is responsible for managing child and family welfare programs and services throughout the state of Utah. As the state's child welfare agency, DCFS establishes practice standards for programs and services administered by DCFS and contract providers, coordinates the delivery of these services, collaborates with state legislators, and implements and coordinates child welfare programs utilizing both state and federal funds. When a child cannot safely remain in their home, DCFS provides short-term foster care, with case activities designed to prepare for the child's return to their original parents or caregivers if safely possible. It is in the best interest for a child in foster care to be placed with a relative whenever safely possible. When reunification is not an appropriate goal, or if reunification is not successful, then adoption with a safe nurturing family, preferably a relative, is pursued as the best alternative to reunification. In some cases that safe, nurturing family will be given permanent custody or guardianship. Individualized permanency, or preparing the child to live on their own, is pursued only when all other alternatives have been exhausted. This report examines trends in Utah foster care provided by DCFS, with timeframes for each measure selected where comparable and relevant data exists. It examines the number of children in care over time, as well as the number of children entering foster care according to multiple demographics (assigned sex, race and ethnicity, and age when entering care). Introductory placement settings for foster care are examined, as well as foster duration, foster re-entries, and placement stability within foster care. Where feasible, census population figures are incorporated so that these figures can be understood as a rate compared to the representation of that youth group within the state. Census data reflectpopulation estimates for July 1 of each year, and have been

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Learn more about the Division of Child and Family Services.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Annual report of the Utah Office of Child Protection Ombudsman (OCPO). OCPO was established by the Utah State Legislature to help the Department of Human Services (DHS) resolve concerns about the protection of children who are receiving services from the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The purpose of OCPO is to receive and investigate complaints to ensure that proper services are provided by DCFS.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Annual report of the Utah Office of Child Protection Ombudsman (OCPO). OCPO was established by the Utah State Legislature to help the Department of Human Services (DHS) resolve concerns about the protection of children who are receiving services from the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The purpose of OCPO is to receive and investigate complaints to ensure that proper services are provided by DCFS.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Annual report of the Utah Office of Child Protection Ombudsman (OCPO). OCPO was established by the Utah State Legislature to help the Department of Human Services (DHS) resolve concerns about the protection of children who are receiving services from the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The purpose of OCPO is to receive and investigate complaints to ensure that proper services are provided by DCFS.

Annual report of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

Utah's Office of Child Care (OCC) is committed to connecting families with accessible, affordable, quality child care for their children. Child care providers are vital partners who help fulfill that commitment. This guide is intended to help keep providers up-to-date on child care policies and changes. An overview of how the child care program works and the responsibilities of child care providers serving Department of Workforce Services customers is included. The guide is not all-inclusive.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Annual report of the Utah Office of Child Protection Ombudsman (OCPO). OCPO was established by the Utah State Legislature to help the Department of Human Services (DHS) resolve concerns about the protection of children who are receiving services from the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The purpose of OCPO is to receive and investigate complaints to ensure that proper services are provided by DCFS.

Annual report of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

Annual report of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Annual report of the Utah Office of Child Protection Ombudsman (OCPO). OCPO was established by the Utah State Legislature to help the Department of Human Services (DHS) resolve concerns about the protection of children who are receiving services from the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The purpose of OCPO is to receive and investigate complaints to ensure that proper services are provided by DCFS.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.

Annual report of the Utah Office of Child Protection Ombudsman (OCPO). OCPO was established by the Utah State Legislature to help the Department of Human Services (DHS) resolve concerns about the protection of children who are receiving services from the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The purpose of OCPO is to receive and investigate complaints to ensure that proper services are provided by DCFS.

Annual report of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

Each Quarter the State Office Data Unit of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) produces an updated report of the status of the services provided, the families interacted with, resource families and DCFS employees across the state. This report contains information collected in order to track trends within DCFS services and served population in addition to figures collected in order to meet federal reporting requirements. Please be aware that some data elements, particularly those that describe rural regions, may fluctuate in a broader range as they are influenced by a smaller number of cases.