The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has been awarded a $14,571,513 Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families. This two-year Formula Grant, with a project period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026, will enable DCFS to provide a range of critical social services to individuals and families across Louisiana. The SSBG program allows states and territories flexibility in utilizing federal funds to address their population's unique needs, including services related to child welfare, nutrition assistance, employment training, disability support, elder care, energy assistance, substance abuse treatment, child care subsidies, domestic violence prevention, and refugee resettlement aid. As the state agency responsible for administering various federal assistance programs, DCFS will distribute sub-awards to local non-profits, counties, tribes, and educational institutions to support direct service delivery throughout Louisiana.
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