Children thrive when they are connected to their family and culture. To that end, DHSS has made great strides to improve our child welfare system and reduce the number of kids removed from their homes. For the first time since 2012, more children are leaving OCS custody each month than entering the system. This means we are strengthening families and finding more permanent homes for children who come through the OCS system.

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