Administrative Office

The Administrative Office for the Gloucester County Department of Social Services can provide information about benefit 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.

CommonHelp is the Commonwealth of Virginia’s fast and easy way to apply online for many Virginia social services assistance programs. You can find out what assistance you might be eligible for through a single online site and submit one application saving you time and effort.  Visit CommonHelp