The Fresno Department of Social Services provides services to clients through programs like Child Protective Services. CPS aims to ensure children's safety and help strengthen families. When a referral is made, the agency determines if emergency response is needed to protect a child. If a case is accepted, social workers provide family preservation services, identify issues, create goals, and terminate or transfer cases. Services include family maintenance for up to a year or family reunification for up to 18 months. Permanent placement is found if a child cannot safely return home after services. Social justice and serving at-risk populations are important values of CPS.