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About the Virginia Department of Social Services

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is one of Virginia's largest state agencies, with more than 13,000 combined state and local employees and a $2 billion budget supporting programs statewide. Together, we bring hope and help to over 2 million Virginians each year.

The Virginia Social Services System is a team that serves the whole state. It includes:

120 local offices
5 Regional offices
31 Community action agencies
Virginia Department of Social Services Facility at 5600 Cox Road, Glen Allen, Virginia

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The Virginia Department of Social Services is one of Virginia's largest state agencies. We work alongside 120 local departments, 5 regional offices, and 31 community action agencies to deliver programs across all 134 Virginia localities.

Find Out more about Adoption

Nhận con nuôi

The Virginia Adoption Program helps children in foster care find safe, permanent homes when they cannot return to their families.

Find Help for Your Family

Dịch vụ bảo vệ trẻ em

Child Protective Services helps protect children under 18 by responding to reports of abuse or neglect.

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Dịch vụ hỗ trợ trẻ em

Child Support Enforcement helps parents and caregivers establish and manage child support and paternity cases.

Virginia’s foster care program gives children safe, temporary homes when they cannot live with their parents.

Chăm sóc nuôi dưỡng

Virginia foster care gives children safe, temporary homes while working to reunite families when it is safe.

Dịch vụ tị nạn

Dịch vụ tị nạn

Virginia helps refugees and their families adjust, find stability and build strong futures.

Chương trình phúc lợi Virginia

Benefit Programs

Virginia Department of Social Services offers benefits and support to help people meet basic needs and build stability.

Mission, Vision and Values

Nhiệm vụ

Thiết kế và cung cấp các dịch vụ nhân đạo chất lượng cao giúp người dân Virginia đạt được sự an toàn, độc lập và hạnh phúc toàn diện.

Tầm nhìn

A Commonwealth where all Virginians have the resources they need to shape strong futures.

People First

Embrace Differences

Commit to Excellence

Think Bigger

Win Together

Lãnh đạo

Portrait of Abigail Spanberger

Abigail Spanberger

Governor Commonwealth of Virginia

The Governor of Virginia leads the executive branch, ensuring state laws are carried out, managing the Commonwealth’s budget, and appointing key leaders. The Governor sets policy priorities, oversees emergency response, and represents Virginia at the state and national level. Learn more about the Governor’s role and responsibilities.

Portrait of Marvin Figueroa

Marvin Figueroa

Secretary Health and Human Resources

The Secretary of Health and Human Resources oversees the following 12 state agencies that provide vital services to Virginians, including individuals with disabilities, the aging community, low-income working families, children, and caregivers. In addition, our agencies license health practitioners and ensure safe drinking water in the Commonwealth.

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Duke Storen

VDSS Commissioner

Duke Storen serves as Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS), leading programs that help Virginians meet basic needs and support their families. He focuses on improving access to services, strengthening communities and modernizing systems to better serve the people of Virginia.

Careers and Opportunities

Our people are the foundation of who we are. Join us in shaping Virginia's future. Explore open positions across 120 local departments and the state agency.

Contact and Connect

Not sure where to start? Use the options below to find support near you or reach the right team.

Find a local office

Connect with your city or county department for applications, casework, and in-person help.

Đăng ký trực tuyến

Use CommonHelp to apply for SNAP, Medicaid, childcare, and other benefit programs.

Call Citizen Services

Reach the main VDSS line for questions about programs, eligibility, or where to get started.

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