Reporters or editors seeking information on human services issues may contact:
For a complete listing of topics and communications contacts, see the Reporter's Guide to DHS.
The Minnesota Department of Direct Care and Treatment launched July 2025. Reporters should contact Christopher Sprung at 651-431-4892 for information about state-operated treatment programs that provide direct services to people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency and traumatic brain injuries. This includes programs such as the Anoka-Metro Regional Treatment Center, Forensic Services (also known as the Minnesota Security Hospital) and the Minnesota Sex Offender Program.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families launched July 2024. Reporters seeking information about topics such as child safety and permanency, child care, child support and economic assistance programs to help families and individuals transition to work and economic stability, as well licensing of child care centers, family child care (via counties), foster care and adoption agencies, should contact Spenser Bickett, 651-468-6238, at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
