Department of Family Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-7500 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035
Michael A. Becketts
Director

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Welcome to the Department of Family Services' Community Corner. Our weekly newsletter, updated each Wednesday, provides information about upcoming events, parenting and wellness tips, programs and services, and more! Share these helpful posts with your family and friends.

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The final NOVA Dads workshop, 'Who Protects the Protector?” is all about taking care of yourself. Join the Fairfax County Father Engagement Unit from 1-2:30 p.m. to explore the importance of self-care for fathers and how to integrate healthy practices into your life or the lives of fathers and father figures you value. Click the link to join the MS Teams meeting using Passcode: T46VF38Q.  

Are you curious about becoming a foster parent? Hundreds of children in Fairfax County need a temporary loving home until they can safely return to their families. Our next virtual information meeting is by invitation only on Tuesday, July 8, at 6:45 p.m. Complete this short interest form for prospective parents. For more information check out our website. 

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The Virginia Fairfax Intrinsic Capacity for Older People (VFICOPE) Study is looking for volunteers living in Fairfax County to help them understand how aging affects physical and mental abilities. ICOPE is a framework developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to promote healthy aging by preventing, slowing, or reversing declines in physical and mental capacity among older adults. It emphasizes person-centered, community-based care and is designed to support older adults in maintaining their independence and quality of life. Learn more about the study and how you can volunteer to participate in the June issue of the Golden Gazette.

The Domestic Violence Action Center needs your help to support the families we serve. We have received donation requests for diapers, particularly sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6; pullups; and gift cards. Want to help make sure local families have some basic necessities for their children? Learn more or call the Domestic Violence Action Center at 703-246-4573 for current needs.

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newsletter graphicFoster Family News for Current and Potential Fairfax County Foster Parents – June 2025

Our monthly Foster Family Newsletter shares resources and experiences relevant to foster and adoptive parents, children in care, and the resource workers who support them. Check out the June 2025 newsletter. This month we focus on the Foster Parents of the Year, foster parent appreciation, foster care annual statistics, and much more.

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Check out the June 2025 Golden Gazette, featuring Dr. Russell Rayman, whose career as a flight surgeon with the U.S. Air Force took him all over the world and allowed him to witness significant moments in history. The issue also includes activities to try during Great Outdoors Month, information about the Virginia Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and more.

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We have many wonderful volunteers and donors helping children and families in Fairfax County. Our Volunteer Post Newsletter provides a glimpse into the many ways to get involved in making a difference and supporting families in our community. Check out the May 2025 issue for a recap of our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, supporting foster care, and a volunteer spotlight. 

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Catch up with the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services volunteers! Meet Caroline Croghan, Domestic and Sexual Violence Services’ new volunteer manager, find out how reading can reduce stress, set your alarm to stream shows where Hollywood gets domestic violence right, and learn what Advocacy Services really does. Plus, watch a discussion about Juneteenth, see which volunteers will blow out candles this month, sign up for trainings, and more--all in the June 2025 Volunteer Voices.

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Department of Family Services logoThe Department of Family Services (DFS) promotes the well-being of the County's diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of children, adults and families through supportive services, education and advocacy.

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