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Department of Family and Protection Services
(DFPS)
Department of Family and Protection Services
One of the distinguishing characteristics of DFPS is that it focuses on the vulnerable groups within our society.
DFPS protects children, the elderly and disabled. Besides, it is an agency that oversees community-based programs that prevent social ills like delinquency, youth exploitation, abuse and neglect.
The role of DFPS and factors affecting its services
DFPS plays a vital role in the community by ensuring that vulnerable groups are protected. The organization also provides strategies and mitigation measures that future generations can use to protect the marginalized.
DFPS role interacts with the police department, housing authority, Children assessment Center (CAC), as well as doctors and hospitals.
DFPS is mainly affected by physical security to the areas that heed help, lack of transparency on the client's side, poor follow-up strategies, and limited employees.