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"Most Wanted" Poster Features 18 who Owe $800,000 in Child Support
July 13, 2009
07.13.09 - The Department of Children & Family Services (DSS) today published its list of "Most Wanted," a list of non-custodial parents who have not paid child support in at least six months and who owe at least $10,000. The list, which is featured on a poster, contains each non-payor's photo, last known address, number of children and how much they owe, along with "WANTED" printed in bright red across the top.
Governor Jindal Signs Bill Increasing Louisiana’s In-State Emergency Shelter Capacity
July 07, 2009
07.07.09 - Today, Governor Bobby Jindal signed a bill into law that will increase Louisiana's in-state emergency shelter capacity. The new law - Senate Bill 279 by Senator Mike Walsworth - will allow facilities owned or leased by the state or local governments to be used as shelters during emergency evacuations.
Former Class A Day Care Owner Pleads Guilty in Child Care Assistance Program Fraud Case
July 02, 2009
07.02.09 - A joint investigation by the Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DSS) Fraud & Recovery Section and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations (HHS-OIG-OI) has resulted in a former Louisiana day care operator pleading guilty to a charge of mail fraud.
DSS Extends Application Deadline for Innovation in Louisiana Government Fellowship to July 10
July 02, 2009
07.02.09 - The deadline for nominations and applications for the Innovation in Louisiana Government Fellowship, designed to foster leadership and innovation in social service delivery, has been extended to next Friday, July 10.
DSS Revokes Wanda's Kid World License
July 02, 2009
07.02.09 - The Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services today revoked the child care license for Wanda's Kid World in Baton Rouge effective immediately after a full review found the center in violation of a number of child care standards involving safety.
DSS Considers Revocation of Child Care License
July 01, 2009
07.01.09 - The Child Care Licensing and Regulatory Section of the DSS Office of Family Support is considering the immediate and permanent revocation of the child care license for Wanda's Kid World based on today's tragedy. The DSS Office of Community Services is also investigating the matter.
DSS Proposes New Standards to Protect Children in Custody
July 01, 2009
07.01.09 - Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DSS) Secretary Kristy Nichols today announced newly proposed licensing standards for child residential care facilities. The revised regulations are a result of a joint effort by DSS staff, child residential care providers and stakeholders to review the licensing process, which began at Nichols’ request in October 2008.
Louisiana’s First Neighborhood Place Opens in Sabine Parish
June 29, 2009
6.29.09 - Today representatives from five state departments joined Sabine Parish officials and community partners in Many for the grand opening of Neighborhood Place-South, the first Neighborhood Place to open in Louisiana.
Louisiana Legislature Vote in Favor of DSS Legislative Package
June 26, 2009
06.26.09 - Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services Secretary (DSS) Kristy Nichols said that the passage of the nine bills in the agency's legislative package by the State Legislature reflects a commitment to Louisiana's families and will help protect children and ensure that children are cared for in safe and nurturing environments.
DSS Employee Receives Randolph-Sheppard Honor
June 26, 2009
06.26.09 - The Randolph-Sheppard Vendors of Louisiana recognized Paul Rabeaux, a Department of Children & Family Services (DSS) employee, for his outstanding service to individuals who are legally blind and visually impaired.