Los Angeles Department Of Children & Family Services Calls On Community To Be The Voice For Children Amid Coronavirus School Closures

On April 6, 2020, Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) released a call to action statement for the community to be the voice for children amid the coronavirus school closures. DCFS Director Bobby D. Cagle stated that with children out of the line of sight of mandated reporters, such as teachers and medical personnel, the concern for child safety has significantly increased. For those who work with families at risk of becoming involved with the child welfare system, the goal is to help foster healthy relationships by imparting coping strategies to navigate difficult circumstances . . .