Parents
The child support program does more than collect support for families. We locate parents, establish paternity, and work with families to set child support orders.
Whether you’re a mom, dad, or grandparent, we’ll help make child support a reliable source of income for your children.
Contact Your Local Child Support Office
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Get contact information for your state, local, or tribal child support office.
Contact Your Local OfficeHandbook for Parents
Glossary of Common Child Support Terms
Handbook for Military Families
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Service members and families can find information here about your unique child support needs.
Look here firstTop Parent Resources
How to Get Child Support
Published: September 9, 2014Information on applying for child support and steps to collecting child supportA Handbook for Military Families
Published: September 6, 2013Provides information on child support for military familiesState by State - How to Change a Child Support Order
Published: March 5, 2014Provides state-specific information on how to change a child support orderFederal Tax Refund Offset Program
Published: April 6, 2015Provides an overview and answers questions about the Federal Tax Refund Offset ProgramAre you earning less income?
Published: June 3, 2015If your income levels have changed, your child support order may be eligible for review and modificationFrequently Asked Questions for Parents
Published: March 18, 2012Answers to parents' frequently asked questions- More Resources >
Last Reviewed: November 23, 2016