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Children and Family Services, Office of
Facilities that operate residential programs for victims of domestic violence need this certificate. This certificate is given by New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS).
Under state law, domestic violence includes physical, emotional, and/or financial abuse. Romantic and parent-child relationships are included. Protection for victims, including facilities, are governed by OCFS.
Programs include shelters, safe home networks, and sponsoring agencies.
Programs must follow new national and state guidelines on food they provide to their clients. Consult the free training materials in "Additional Resources" to learn more.
Additional resources
NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
Address
Capital View Office Park
52 Washington Street
Rensselaer NY 12144-2834
Capital View Office Park
52 Washington Street
Rensselaer NY 12144-2834
Website
http://ocfs.ny.gov/
Email
info@ocfs.state.ny.gov
Phone
(518) 473-7793
Fax
(518) 486-7550
Toll Free Number: (800) 345-5437
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