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& Family Services

The Division of Children and Family Services works to ensure children and youth have a safe and stable home every day. DCFS is responsible for child abuse prevention, protection, foster care, and adoption programs.

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TIFFANY WRIGHT

DCFS Director

Director Wright

Tiffany is responsible for the safety of children and youth in Arkansas, child abuse and neglect prevention, foster care, and adoption programs.
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TIFFANY WRIGHT

DCFS Director

Director Wright

Tiffany is responsible for the safety of children and youth in Arkansas, child abuse and neglect prevention, foster care, and adoption programs.
Get to Know Director Wright

About DCFS

Adopting Through DCFS

Contact DCFS

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May
27
Child Welfare Agency Review Board – May 2026
May 27 | 
1:30 pm

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Children & Family Services (DCFS) , 
  • Placement and Residential Licensing Unit (PRLU)
May
27
Physician Assistants and Clinical Nurse Specialists as Primary Care Providers – DHS Public Hearing
May 27 | 
10:00 am

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Medical Services (DMS)
Jun
2
ARHOME Community Engagement and Work Requirement Townhall – Fort Smith
June 2 | 
2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Medical Services (DMS)
Jun
10
Arkansas Medicaid DUR Board Physician Administered Drugs (PAD) Subcommittee – June 2026
June 10 | 
12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Medical Services (DMS)