Welcome to the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services (MA DYS) Family Resource Page! This is a landing page designed to provide helpful information for DYS families in an easily accessible, centralized location. As of August 2024, we are still in the process of populating this website. Check back soon for more materials!
Sisters in Strength Booklet
The Sisters in Strength booklet is designed to help provide insight into the families, caregivers, and parents/guardians’ views of different cultures and aspects of the emotional roller coaster when engaging with the youth in DYS custody.
Read the Sisters in Strength Booklet Here.
Informational Videos (English y Español)
English
Your Child's Experience in DYS Programs
What It Will Be Like When Your Child Comes Home From a DYS Program
How DYS Holds Youth In The Community Accountable
How Family Members Can Benefit From Being Involved With DYS
Suicide Prevention With DYS Involved Youth
Español
Mi Hijo Recién Estaba Comprometido Con DYS, ¿Qué Pasa Ahora?
Evaluación, Selección de Personal y Equipo de Revisión Regional
Que Esperar del Tratamiento en DYS
La Experiencia De Su Hijo En Los Programas DYS
¿Cómo Será Cuando Su Hijo Llegue a Casa De Un Programa En DYS?
Cómo DYS Responsabiliza a Los Jóvenes De La Comunidad
Cómo Los Miembros De La Familia Pueden Beneficiarse Al Participar