Missouri Department of Social Services

Missouri Department of Social Services The Department of Social Services moderates its social media platform online discussion sites.

As a result, comments and posts that violate any of the guidelines listed below may be removed without notice:
- Obscene, rude, vulgar, profane, violent, hateful or racist language or content;
-Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination against protected classes;
- Threats or defamatory statements;
- Personal attacks or insults;
- Advertisements, prize contests, giveaways, or

solicitations of any kind. This includes promotion or endorsement of any financial, commercial or non-governmental agency;
- Comments, photos, or videos that suggest or encourage illegal activity;
- Off-topic or repetitive posts;
-Apparent spamming or trolling, including comments with links to external online sites;
-Copyrighted or trademarked images or graphics. Imagery posted should be owned by the user;
- Personal information, including, but not limited to addresses and telephone numbers
- Outdated, inaccurate or misleading information

ATTENTION: All state offices, resource centers, and the FSD info line are closed today in observance of Labor Day. Offic...
09/07/2026

ATTENTION: All state offices, resource centers, and the FSD info line are closed today in observance of Labor Day. Offices will return to regular hours Tuesday, September 8.

Did you know that even playtime can be dangerous for your baby if you aren’t taking the proper safety precautions? Here ...
09/05/2026

Did you know that even playtime can be dangerous for your baby if you aren’t taking the proper safety precautions? Here are some things to think about when choosing safe play locations and toys for your child. https://buff.ly/WIPy6e8

Choose playgrounds that have soft surfaces like rubber, turf, sand, pea gravel, woodchips, or mulch.

Protect your child’s head by ensuring they wear helmets for activities such as biking.

Think about your child’s age and development when purchasing a toy or a game.

Check toys for small parts or potential choking hazards.

Stay up to date on toy recalls and sign up for the latest recall information: https://buff.ly/Jp2gkCN

Playtime is important for baby’s development, and JPMA wants to ens...

Do you need help getting a job? SkillUP is a free program that helps SNAP participants get help with skills, training, a...
09/04/2026

Do you need help getting a job? SkillUP is a free program that helps SNAP participants get help with skills, training, and employer connections. Learn more at https://buff.ly/7xaZrVi.

August may be behind us, but our commitment to supporting Missouri’s children and families continues with the same focus...
09/04/2026

August may be behind us, but our commitment to supporting Missouri’s children and families continues with the same focus and care.

To close out Child Support Awareness Month, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of the Missouri Child Support (CS) Program. Governor Kehoe officially provided our team with a proclamation declaring August 2026 as Child Support Awareness Month in Missouri.

Consistent financial and emotional support provides children with the stability, resources, and confidence they need to thrive. Every day, our team works alongside state and federal partners to help families overcome barriers and build brighter futures.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated Child Support team members. Your persistence, empathy, and hard work make a meaningful, lasting difference for families across our state.

This week is Gun Storage Check Week. If you have fi****ms, take some time this week to ensure they are properly stored a...
09/04/2026

This week is Gun Storage Check Week. If you have fi****ms, take some time this week to ensure they are properly stored away and locked.

Check out this video to learn more about locking and properly storing your fi****ms: https://buff.ly/VXuVDAi

Learn more: https://buff.ly/x3tqF08

Learn more about the importance of safe fi***rm storage as well as ...

We were thrilled to partner with to make this event happen. The work we do depends on the generosity and love of the pe...
09/03/2026

We were thrilled to partner with to make this event happen. The work we do depends on the generosity and love of the people helping us !

Rehabilitation Services for the Blind - or RSB - assists eligible blind and visually impaired persons gain the skills an...
09/03/2026

Rehabilitation Services for the Blind - or RSB - assists eligible blind and visually impaired persons gain the skills and resources to achieve personal and employment success. Learn more at dss.mo.gov/fsd/rsb.

September is Baby Safety Month! This month we will highlight what to think about if you are about to have a baby or curr...
09/03/2026

September is Baby Safety Month! This month we will highlight what to think about if you are about to have a baby or currently have a baby in your home.

Safety should always be a priority. Follow along for information that can protect your child in your homes, cars, and everywhere in between. https://buff.ly/JY259wh

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

🎉 Celebrating Growth & Leadership at Missouri DSS! Please join us in congratulating our DSS team members who were select...
09/03/2026

🎉 Celebrating Growth & Leadership at Missouri DSS!

Please join us in congratulating our DSS team members who were selected to attend the Breakthrough Leadership Summit:

• Family Support Division (FSD): Shannon Wessels & Zoe Vernell
• Children's Division (CD): Liela Van Vliet & Erika Olson

This three-day summit empowers emerging state leaders (with 1–4 years of state service) to sharpen their leadership skills, build cross-agency networks, and drive meaningful impact across Missouri state government.

We are proud of your commitment to professional growth and your dedication to serving Missourians!

Learn more about the program: breakthroughleadership.mo.gov

💡 Turning strategy into action.Leaders from across DSS came together for a day focused on strengthening priorities, defi...
09/02/2026

💡 Turning strategy into action.

Leaders from across DSS came together for a day focused on strengthening priorities, defining success, and turning ideas into action.

Director Jess Bax kicked off the day by grounding the group in the importance of the work ahead, followed by a full day of collaboration and planning. 👏

Thank you to Operational Excellence Director Kayla Ueligger and COO Joanie Rogers for bringing it all together! 💙

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