Skip to main content
Essex County Department of Social Services

772 Richmond Beach Road
PO Box 1004,
Tappahannock, VA 22560

(804) 443-3561

Get Directions
View All Office Hours

Contact Information

Main
(804) 443-3561

Who We Are

The Administrative Office for the Essex County Department of Social Services offers 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 facilities, 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, Cardinal Care Medicaid eligibility, Cardinal Care Medicaid long term care, and TANF.



Call for details about a specific program.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Essex County

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Other Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria varies with different programs. Must be resident of Tappahannock or Essex County.

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Telephone referral: walk-ins accepted; application required; specific documents required.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes

Report Problems
Call the Agency