Administrative Office

The Administrative Office of Powhatan County Department of Social Services administers several complex programs that have a significant impact on needy and vulnerable citizens. Included are economic assistance benefits such as temporary assistance to needy families, food stamps, Cardinal Care Medicaid, housing, and service programs such as protective services for children and elderly or disabled adults, foster care, family services, and adoptions.

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Call the Department for more information about service and benefits programs.