Dakota Ojibway Child & Family Services

DOCFS provides support and assistance to families who are experiencing difficulties. The agency provides counselling to families and helps them to find effective solutions to the problems they are encountering. Where the appropriate agency may refer to other resources (ie. Elders, psychologists), place homemakers, parent aides, family support workers and daycare services to maintain the family unit.

Adolescent parents who are expecting a child face many social problems. They are confused about their alternatives and lack the skills necessary to parent a child. DOCFS ensures these minor parents receive the necessary counseling and support. The agency also promotes responsible permanent planning for the child by minor parents.

Upon request, DOCFS is involved in advocacy and planning on behalf of DOTC band members who are involved with other Child and Family Service agencies.

Prevention and treatment programs will be developed and/or obtained by the agency to prevent the apprehension of children to promote the family unit. Programs will respect the values, traditions and customs of the communities and/or the individuals receiving the service.

KIDS, if you ever need someone to listen... you can call this number anytime, and the call is free.