Social Services
Shenandoah Valley Social Services (
formerly the Department of Social Services ) has been a joint Staunton
and Augusta County operation since legislation adopted in 1938 provided
for the establishment of welfare agencies in each Virginia locality.
Effective July 1, 2003, the jurisdictions of Staunton City, Augusta
County and Waynesboro City consolidated their social services
departments changing the name to Shenandoah Valley Social
Services. The mission of the Shenandoah Valley Social Services is
the promotion of self-reliance and protection of citizens through
community-based services.
The Shenandoah Valley Social Services is divided into two broad program areas.
The Benefits Program provides medical, financial, fuel and food stamp assistance to the citizens of Augusta County, and the Cities of Staunton and Waynesboro. These benefits can be paid from Federal, State, and/or local funds.
The Service
Programs, provides the following services directly, or via purchase
of service: Adult Services, Adult Protective Services, Child Protective
Services, Day Care Services, Employment Services, Foster Care and
Adoption, Intake, and Volunteer Payee Services.
Additional Links
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Verona |
Verona Office: Augusta County Government Center Social Services Building, 68 Dick Huff Lane (P. O. Box 7), Verona, VA 24482-0007
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| Waynesboro Office |
Waynesboro Office – 1200 Shenandoah Avenue, PO Box 1028, Waynesboro, VA 22980-0748
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| E-Mail: | anita.harris@dss.virginia.gov |
Staff:
| Elizabeth Middleton , Director - 540-245-5809 |
