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OFFICIAL CONNECTICUT DCF Twitter Account! Working with #SocialWorkers #Families #Communities #Healthy #Safe #Smart #Strong #Children Visit:

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A HUGE thanks to all who made last night’s #TrunkOrTreat special! 👻🍭From candy & #Halloween fun to essentials (toothbrushes, diapers, shampoo) we’re grateful to support our families. ✨🎃 It takes a village, & we’re proud to be part of one that shows up for our CT families! 🧡

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Fact: Your marital status does not matter! ✅
People who cohabit, are divorced or single may be foster parents.

CT Fosters will help you through every step of the way. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/kBA9FcW8Ua

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Early detection saves lives. Make it a priority to get screened this #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth & don't forget that there is always hope. We stand with those battling this disease & celebrate the strength of survivors. 🩷

#CancerScreening #PinkRibbon #ConnecticutHealth #CTDCF

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People call, text, & chat the #988Lifeline to talk about a variety of emotional needs - not just during a crisis. Whatever your reason, the 988 Lifeline is here to help, 24/7.
Call or text 📲 988 or chat 💻 https://t.co/wTdns6GSFQ

#CTDCF #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthSupport

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💡#FatherhoodTips💡
Practice Safety Before You Need It
Review safety with your kids. Make sure younger children know their full name, a parent's phone #, who trusted adults are, & what to do if they become separated from you. Preparation builds confidence & helps keep kids safe.

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#PurpleThursday is a National Day of Action during #DomesticViolenceAwareness Month. The simple act of wearing purple helps raise awareness, starts conversations, & lets survivors know they are not alone 💜
For CT resources 👉 https://t.co/7EiAk81LIY
#SurvivorSupport #DVAM #CTDCF

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Catch the latest episode of #DoorsToHopeAndHealing 👉 https://t.co/IZylSXMrOM
🔔 Ep 134 features Deb Kelleher of the Annie C. Courtney Foundation. Hear her personal & professional story of working with #LivedExperience in foster care.

#ConnecticutFamilies #CTDCF #ChildWelfare

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Fact: Becoming a foster parent is not as hard as you think! ✅
While there are guidelines for approvals & a detailed process #CTFosters will help you every step of the way.

Learn more 👉 https://t.co/mU6gNObRJ6
#FosterCareSupport #FosterCareMyths #FosterCareCommunity #CTDCF

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Today, we acknowledge & celebrate the significance of Columbus’s 1492 voyage & its impact on the history of the Americas. We also recognize the importance of helping young people learn from diverse perspectives & fostering respect for all that contribute to our shared history.

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This #NationalComingOutDay, join us in celebrating that strong families are families that include & lift up all their members. ❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙💜 Set a strong example & support your #Queeryouth by listening, learning, & loving them for who they are.

#Queerpride #InclusiveFamilies

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2026 #WorldMentalHealthDay 'Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change' 👉 https://t.co/RO2JrYiZRB
Often those w/#LivedExperience are asked to share their stories but excluded from engagement. Creating opportunity for them to engage will strengthen mental health systems.

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While both 988 & 911 provide critical support:
🤝 988 specializes in behavioral health crisis counseling
👮 911 address physical dangers needing police, fire, or EMS

Call or text 📲 988 or chat 💻 https://t.co/wTdns6GSFQ 24/7 for any emotional need - not just during a crisis.

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This #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth we encourage families, caregivers, & community partners to learn about Down syndrome, challenge misconceptions, & create welcoming environments where all with Down syndrome are valued, respected, & included. Learn more 👉https://t.co/Jw9Ho5rfLx

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📣Families with open hearts, 💛
Anastasia - a 10-yr-old, who is very personable - is looking for a forever home. Anastasia is creative, intelligent, loves to read, draw, dance & sing. She enjoys conversations with adults & appreciates being listened to. 📧[email protected]

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Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat! 👻
📅 Tuesday, October 20th from 6-8 PM at The Olive Branch (915 Main St, South Glastonbury)

All families are invited for music, a bounce house, candy, and fun! 🎃
Registration is required so please email 📧[email protected]

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We recognize the families, caregivers, health professionals, educators, & communities who help support children’s health every day. Let’s continue working together to:
🩺 Support regular checkups
🥦 Encourage healthy eating & active play
💛 Promote mental/emotional well-being

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Happy World Teachers' Day! 📚🧠🍎
To the mentors who guide, challenge, and empower us – thank you! Your dedication and passion make the world a better place.

#WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciation #MentorsMatter #ConnecticutEducation #CTDCF

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October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth—a time to learn, challenge misconceptions, & support families affected by ADHD.

🧠 #ADHD can affect attention, impulse control, learning, relationships, & everyday routines. Everyone experiences ADHD differently 👉 https://t.co/sIOVlsLKGW

#CTDCF

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💡#FatherhoodTips💡
Create a “Dad & Me” Fall Bucket List
Sit down together & choose 5 things you want to do before winter—attend a football game, make hot chocolate, visit a farm, take fall pictures, or try something neither of you has done before!

#ConnecticutFamilies #CTDCF

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📣 Faith Leaders,
For National Adoption Awareness Month, we're launching Bells of Hope 🔔 https://t.co/TTg6lyi2q5

You can:
🔔 Ring the Bells of Hope once for every child 👉 https://t.co/ew8GffSJm4
🔔 Name these children in prayer
🔔Share their photos/story
🔔Invite a speaker