General Info

Founded in 2005, the Indiana Department of Child Services provides individual protection and family support services. The department also offers investigation, adoption and foster care services. Its independent living program includes training and employment-related services. The Indiana Department of Child Services operates the Healthy Families Indiana program, which is a voluntary home visitation program that includes child development services. In addition, the department offers transportation, housing assistance and relationship counseling services to youths. Located in Richmond, Ind., the Indiana Department of Child Services provides legislative issue handling services. The department additionally conducts background checks and provides fingerprint screening services. It offers medical assessment, clinical evaluation, dental care and treatment services.