Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Department for Children and Families Office of Child Support (OCS) joins sister offices across the country recognizing August as Child Support Awareness Month. Child support plays a critical role in helping children receive the financial support they need to thrive. Last fiscal year, OCS collected more than $41.5 million in child support for Vermont families. OCS helps families establish, change, and enforce child support orders. This Child Support Awareness Month, learn more about available services and how child support helps create long-term stability for children.