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Sussex County Department of Social Services

20103 Princeton Road
P O Box 1336,
Sussex, VA 23884

(434) 246-1083

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Contact Information

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(434) 246-1083
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Who We Are

The Sussex Department of Social Services is dedicated to enabling citizens to attain maximum capacity for economic and social functioning, and to meeting their basic financial needs. The Social Services department has the following major program areas:

  • Adult Services & Adult Protective Services
  • Emergency Assistance
  • Food Stamp Program
  • Energy Assistance
  • Medicaid
  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
  • Work Program--VIEW
  • State & Local Hospitalization
  • Child Protective Services
  • Adoption/Foster Care
  • Day Care Services

If you have any questions about the services offered, call 434-246-1083 to see if help can be provided.

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

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Sussex County

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Family
No

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Call the office for more information.
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