The Office of Licensing is responsible for enforcing licensing standards for child-caring agencies under Chapter 409.175, F.S. Child-caring agencies provide children with temporary care and supervision in a safe environment. Child-caring agencies receive specialized training to support children through the incorporation of adequate service delivery, family engagement, and high-level supervision.
The Florida Department of Children and Families does not license all residential group care settings in Florida. Other agencies licensing residential group care settings include:
The following provides detailed information on the laws and requirements that governs the operation of child-caring agencies (Group Care) in the State of Florida.