Administrative Office

Administrative Office for the Dinwiddie County Department of Social Services. Programs and services that promote self-reliance and protection through the provision of community-based services and help families meet basic needs.

Some programs available are adult services, adult protective services, pre-screening for nursing facility, child care assistance, child protective services, daycare provider information, energy assistance program, food stamps, foster care services, general relief, auxiliary grants, state and local hospitalization, Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid long term care, and TANF.

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