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2026 Child Support Awareness Month
This Child Support Awareness Month, we’re focused on helping parents create stable, nurturing environments where children can grow and thrive. By offering tools that simplify the child support process, we’re here to support families statewide. childsupport.ca.gov<https://childsupport.ca.gov/>#ChildSupportAwarenessMonthDurante el Mes de Concientización sobre la Manutención Infantil, nos enfocamos en ayudar a los padres a crear entornos estables y seguros donde los niños puedan crecer y prosperar. Al ofrecer herramientas que simplifican el proceso de la manutención de los hijos, estamos aquí para apoyar a las familias en todo el estado. childsupport.ca.gov
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Bay Area Region Child Support Collaborative Employer Workshop - August 28, 2025
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August is Child Support Awareness Month
August is Child Support Awareness Month, recognized in California and nationwide. In partnership with the 47 county and regional child support offices, California Child Support Services understands that every co-parent wants to provide shelter and safety for their children but in today’s economy, it takes solutions and support to make that happen.
Press Releases
2026 Child Support Awareness Month
This Child Support Awareness Month, we’re focused on helping parents create stable, nurturing environments where children can grow and thrive. By offering tools that simplify the child support process, we’re here to support families statewide. childsupport.ca.gov<https://childsupport.ca.gov/>#ChildSupportAwarenessMonthDurante el Mes de Concientización sobre la Manutención Infantil, nos enfocamos en ayudar a los padres a crear entornos estables y seguros donde los niños puedan crecer y prosperar. Al ofrecer herramientas que simplifican el proceso de la manutención de los hijos, estamos aquí para apoyar a las familias en todo el estado. childsupport.ca.gov
Gigi Mertle selected to lead Sonoma County Department of Child Support Services
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has selected Gigi Mertle as the new Director of the Department of Child Support Services, following her successful tenure as Interim Director.
Sonoma County recognized as state leader in child support services
The Sonoma County Department of Child Support Services has again been recognized by the State of California for outstanding performance, earning top honors for helping parents reach agreements that improve the financial stability and well-being of their children.
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