Safe children & adults. Strong families & communities. Stronger Texas.
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June 14 is Purple Sunday! Join us in fighting elder abuse across Texas. Wear purple, tag us, and stand strong with faith communities against neglect & exploitation! Get involved π dfps.texas.gov/community π
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Jun 13
Did you know that retention ponds can pose a hidden danger for our little ones? Children under 5 are at higher risk of drowning in these overlooked water features. Keep kids safe by always watching them when in or around water. π#ChildProtection #DrowningPreventionππΆ
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Jun 12
Meet Lezlye, our policy writing wiz! π She's not just crafting documents; she's shaping the future with #TeamDFPS. She's proud to be part of a team dedicated to making a difference. πow.ly/guXb50ZaHZW
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Jun 11
Elder abuse often hides in plain sight. This month, we're empowering older Texans with knowledge at the Hardin County Resource Fair! Huge thanks to TAN Healthcare & our amazing APS Faith-Based team! πͺπ ProtectTexasAdults.org
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Jun 10
Helpline advocates are lifeline for at-risk youth and families in need, answering calls, texts, and chats 24/7. πβ¨ Get involved π email: YFHHOT@dfps.texas.gov .
dfps.texas.gov/youth-helplinβ¦
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Jun 9
Be inspired! Celebrating the incredible journey of 12 amazing South Texas foster youth who just graduated high school! ππow.ly/WjVv50Z8Yam
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Jun 9
πJoin us in College Station on June 15 for a walk to raise awareness for Elder Abuse! ποΈ Together, we can protect older Texans. π ProtectTexasAdults.org (Link in bio)
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Jun 8
It's Elder Abuse Awareness Month! Jesus is a champion for Adult Protective Services, fighting against neglect and exploitation. πΉ youtu.be/ZTWGE9CZDp8 #ElderAbuseAwarenessMonth #TeamDFPS
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Jun 7
Meet Kelsy: a boy in foster care who loves basketball and the outdoors! adoptchildren.orgππ ow.ly/h8VV50Z2SGZ
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Jun 6
π Did you know? The State College Tuition Waiver in Texas helps foster youth and those adopted from DFPS by covering their tuition at state colleges! Learn more ow.ly/FvKX50Z7IzS, #HigherEducationDay #FosterYouth
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Jun 6
Leaving kids in the car alone is a BIG no-no! Extreme temperatures can turn dangerous in an instant. π₯΅ Letβs keep children safe and sound! ππ dfps.texas.gov #ChildProtection
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Jun 4
June Elder Abuse Prevention Month and we're joining incredible community partners to shine a light on this important issue. A huge shoutout to Slug Bug Ranch for raising awareness for older Texans! Get involved πvolunteerdfps.org ππ ow.ly/NuiA50Z7bhw #TeamDFPS
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Jun 3
Always keep a watchful eye on children around water! Whether it's a pool, lake, or even the bathtub, a vigilant adult is key to ensuring safety! ππΆ #WaterSafety #ChildProtection πow.ly/tIjo50Z2RQu
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Jun 2
Join us June 12 for the Walk with Us event to raise awareness for Elder Abuse! Let's stand together and protect older Texans. ProtectTexasAdults.orgπΆββοΈπ#WEAAD
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Jun 2
June is Reunification Month! Witness the incredible journey of a mother whose unwavering determination brought her back to her son.πΉ ow.ly/5qgQ50SsQMS #ChildProtection
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Jun 1
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month! Tune in πto hear valuable insights from Kez Wold, associate commissioner for Adult Protective Services, on how YOU can help older and vulnerable Texans. ππΉ ow.ly/PV5h50W31Pz
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May 31
May is Foster Care Month! Mark & Amanda Hayden were raising two biological children before they eventually welcomed their foster child into their family.ow.ly/n4aF50Z1GNx
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May 30
The Heart Gallery helps youth in foster care feel seen and valued.πCheck out how you can help: heartgallerytexas.org πΈβ€οΈ ow.ly/8Rhb50Z5N74πΈ β€οΈ#FosterCareMonth
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May 30
These four future rocket scientists are on a journey to find a forever family that will embrace them together. π€ adoptchildren.orgππΉow.ly/q3Yq50Z4hoN #FosterCareMonth
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May 28
Itβs #FosterCareMonth! We're thrilled to team up with Gov. Abbott in the βA Home for Every Childβ initiative! Letβs ensure every child has a safe place to grow. π Become a foster or adoptive parent: π adoptchildren.org.
News release: ow.ly/LM1350Z4QP8
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