Child Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE) - Responsible for providing scientific consultation, coordination, executive direction, and support for the implementation of short- and long-term research agendas. - http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/
National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect Information - Established by Congress in 1974. The Clearinghouse provides information products and technical assistance services to help professionals locate information related to child abuse and neglect and related child welfare issues. - http://nccanch.acf.hhs.gov/
ACF Press Room - Current news on child welfare provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families. - http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/news/
Head Start - The child development program that has served low-income children and their families since 1965. - http://www2.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/hsb
National Runaway Switchboard - Offers a confidential toll free hotline for teens and parents. 24 hours a day. - http://www.nrscrisisline.org/
Handbook on Child Support Enforcement - The handbook has the basic steps to follow to establish paternity and obtain a support order, and to collect the support due, whether you are working with your State or local CSE Program or your own attorney. - http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/cse/fct/cshdbk.htm
Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) - Dedicated to supporting young people and strengthening families by providing runaway and homeless youth service grants to local communities; the Bureau also funds research and demonstration projects. - http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/fysb/
Child Care Bureau - Dedicated to enhancing the quality, affordability, and supply of child care available for all families and administers Federal funds to assist low income families. - http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/ccb/
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Federally-funded program to help eligible low income households meet their home heating and/or cooling needs. - http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/liheap
Administration for Children and Families - Responsible for federal programs which promote the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities. - http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/