OCS is pleased to announce that our website is now updated and fully compliant with WCAG 2.2 AA standards. The site is also now fully mobile device compatible.
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WHAT'S NEW
Administrative Memo #25-09 Code of Virginia & Updated Eligibility for CHINS is now available.
Administrative Memo #25-08 Strategic Planning Resources is now available.
Administrative Memo #25-07 CSA Local Allocation and Supplement Process for FY 2026 is now available.
Administrative Memo #25-06 Updated Definitions for CSA Mandate Types is now available.
Public Comment is now being accepted on the proposed State Executive Council policy on CHINS eligibility.
Welcome to OCS
Welcome to the website for the Children’s Services Act (CSA) and the Office of Children’s Services (OCS). This website is one part of our effort here at OCS to provide the highest quality information and support to the public, our state government partners, and local CSA programs in the spirit of “empowering communities to serve youth.” The site contains a wealth of materials and I am confident it is a valuable resource.
In the 2024 fiscal year, CSA served almost 16,000 children and families in the 133 cities and counties in the Commonwealth. With a combined state and local budget of over $540 million, CSA is a major contributor to supporting the system of care in Virginia. We are proud partners with state agencies, local government, public and private service providers, and parents and families in improving lives and communities. Thank you for visiting the CSA website.
– Scott Reiner, Executive Director
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What is the CSA?
The Children’s Services Act (CSA) is a law enacted in 1993 that establishes a single state pool of funds to support services for eligible youth and their families. State funds, combined with local community funds, are managed by local interagency teams who plan and oversee services to youth.
CSA Administration
The State Executive Council for Children’s Services (SEC) is the supervisory body responsible for the establishment of programmatic and fiscal policies that support the purposes of the CSA. The Office of Children’s Services (OCS) is the administrative entity responsible for implementation of the decisions of the SEC.
What is CSA
The Children’s Services Act (CSA) is a law enacted in 1993 that establishes a single state pool of funds to support services for eligible youth and their families. State funds, combined with local community funds, are managed by local interagency teams who plan and oversee services to youth.
CSA Administration
The State Executive Council for Children’s Services (SEC) is the supervisory body responsible for the establishment of programmatic and fiscal policies that support the purposes of the CSA. The Office of Children’s Services (OCS) is the administrative entity responsible for implementation of the decisions of the SEC.
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VISION
A collaborative, child-centered, family-focused, community-based system of care that effectively meets the needs of youth and their families in the Commonwealth.
MISSION
Empowering Communities to Serve Youth
VALUES
- Support a system of care
- Child centered and family focused
- Provide a continuum of care
- Integrate services across agencies
- Foster collaboration
- Fiscal accountability
- Inclusive Excellence Read More…