Massachusetts Office of the Child Advocate

The Massachusetts Office of the Child Advocate is a government agency located in Boston, Massachusetts. The office employs 29 people and operates with a budget of over $10,000. The Office of the Child Advocate (OCA) focuses on ensuring that children in the state receive appropriate, timely, and high-quality services. They work to identify areas where state services fall short and recommend changes to policies and practices to improve outcomes for children. The OCA also acts as a resource for families who are using or eligible for state services. The OCA distinguishes itself through its independent oversight of state services for children. They collaborate with public and private partners to achieve their mission of supporting the well-being of all children in the Commonwealth, with a particular emphasis on the most vulnerable and at-risk. For more information about the Massachusetts Office of the Child Advocate, please visit their website at mass.gov/orgs/office-of-the-child-advocate.