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The Council Of The City Of New York General Welfare, Health And Women's Issues Joint Committee Hearing
On behalf of OCFS Commissioner John A. Johnson, I am pleased to have this opportunity to be back before the Council once again to discuss the progress that has been made toward raising the level and quality of oversight of regulated child care throughout New York City (NYC) and to continue a dialog on a number of other subjects that we initiated in my earlier appearances at these hearings. In addition, I have been asked to address (1) The status of the proposed State regulations to enhance oversight of legally-exempt informal child care supported through the child care subsidy program; (2) payment rates within the child care subsidy program; (3) NYC compliance with child care subsidy regulations in regard to client eligibility; and (4) New York's investment in enhancing the quality of child care. Testimony of Suzanne Zafonte-Sennett on Child Care Oversight in New York City (PDF 129 Kb)
Grants Will Assist Community-Based Programs to Help Strengthen Families
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced nearly $15 million in awards to 50 community-based, not-for-profit organizations to help strengthen New York's families. The grants will help organizations provide services in two categories: keeping children out of foster care, and providing post-adoption services. OCFS Announces $14.9 Million for Children & Families
Parents and other caregivers will have an opportunity to learn more about preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome, reducing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, safe sleeping practices for infants, safety information on supervision of children in and around vehicles, and other tips to keep infants and young children safe. MEDIA ADVISORY - Third Annual New York Loves Safe Babies Event
Portrait exhibit to raise awareness about children available for adoption
November is National Adoption Month. Statewide, approximately 6,035 children are available for adoption today and in need of adoptive families. MEDIA ADVISORY - Traveling Heart Gallery of the Mid-Hudson Valley
Midas Partnership Provides Valuable Training to Youth at Allen Residential Center
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced an expanded automotive training center at its Allen Residential Center in South Kortright, Delaware County. OCFS Commissioner Announces Expanded Automotive Center
Funds Support Caregivers in Addressing Needs of Children
New York State Office of Children and Family (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced nine grants totaling $1.4 million have been awarded to support caregivers in successfully raising their kin when the biological parents are temporarily or permanently unable to provide care. These awards were given to community-based non-profit organizations through the New York State Kinship Caregiver Program. OCFS Announces $1.4 Million to Assist Kinship Caregivers
Fun-Filled Event for Parents and Children on Infant & Child Safety
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced that Western New York's first New York Loves Safe Babies event will be held at the Walden Galleria Mall in Buffalo from 10:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24, as part of National Baby Safety Month.
"Governor George E. Pataki is committed to protecting and keeping New York's children safe, secure and healthy," Commissioner Johnson said. "Repeatedly, he has supported prevention initiatives and public education programs to help protect children and promote safety." Baby Safety Event to be Held at Walden Galleria Mall
34 Grants Help Providers Improve Health and Safety Standards
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced that grants totaling nearly $450,000 have been awarded to 34 child care providers across the state for health and safety improvements. OCFS Announces Nearly $450,000 for Child Care
Commissioner Johnson's Letter To The Editor Of The Syracuse Post-Standard July 7, 2005
The article that appeared in your paper on July 5 regarding certain New York State regulations focusing on child support and child care subsidies contained many factual errors and made implications that are simply not true. Let me set the record straight. New York Flexible In Enforcing Child Care Subsidy Rules
The Council Of The City Of New York General Welfare, Health And Women's Issues Joint Committee Hearing
On behalf of OCFS Commissioner John A. Johnson, I am pleased to have this opportunity to be back before the Council once again to discuss the progress that has been made toward raising the level and quality of oversight of regulated child care throughout New York City (NYC). My comments will also address two other subjects, as requested by Chairperson DeBlasio's staff: (1) The status of the proposed state regulations to enhance oversight of legally-exempt informal child care supported through the child care subsidy program; and (2) payment rates within the child care subsidy program. Testimony of Suzanne Zafonte-Sennett on Child Care Oversight in New York City (PDF 52 Kb)
Touchstones/KIDS COUNT 2005 Data Book Available in Print and Online
New York State Council on Children and Families Chief Executive Officer Alana M. Sweeny today announced the release of a new report - New York State Touchstones/KIDS COUNT 2005 Data Book - that highlights the status of the state's children and families. Report Highlights Status of State's Children and Families
15 Grants Help Providers Improve Health and Safety Standards
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced grants totaling over $168,000 have been awarded to 15 child care providers across the state to help them make health and safety improvements. OCFS Announces Over $168,000 for Child Care
Literacy Book Drive Collects Books, Raises Funds for Local Students
New York State Office of Children and Family Services Commissioner John A. Johnson today was joined by Yvonne Hargrave, Interim Superintendent of the Buffalo Public Schools, and Dr. Elizabeth Cappella, the founder of Project Flight, in announcing the collection of 20,000 new books and $500 for students in the Buffalo Public Schools. The books -- donated by Buffalo area state employees, Project Flight at Buffalo State College, and General Motors Corporation dealerships and customers -- were presented to school officials during a program held at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Multicultural Institute in Buffalo. Western New York Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Book Drive a Success
Awards Recognize Excellence in Educating Communities About Child Abuse, Neglect
The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and Prevent Child Abuse New York announced the 2005 Excellence in Child Abuse Prevention Awards at the 10th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference held April 11-13 in Albany. Human services professionals, advocates and parents from throughout New York attended the three-day conference focusing on child abuse prevention, child protection and parenting information. 2005 Child Abuse Prevention Awards Announced
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12 Grants Help Providers Improve Health and Safety Standards
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced grants totaling $148,199 have been awarded to 12 child care providers across the state to help them make health and safety improvements. OCFS Announces Nearly $150,000 for Child Care
29 Grants Help Providers Improve Health and Safety Standards
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Commissioner John A. Johnson today announced grants totaling over $365,000 have been awarded to 29 child care providers across the state to help them make health and safety improvements. OCFS Announces Nearly $365,000 for Child Care