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New Resource Hub for Navigating Changes to Benefit Eligibility

New online hub provides resources, flyers and guidance as federal requirements take effect.

التحضير لمقابلات SNAP

When applying for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, be sure to check the SNAP Interviews page that has helpful tips on how to prepare for the interview...

حماية الأطفال من الغرق: نصائح بسيطة لسلامة المياه

يتزايد عدد الأطفال الذين يتعرضون للغرق أو يكادون يغرقون في Virginia . لذا، يجب أن تكون المراقبة أولوية قصوى كلما كان الأطفال بالقرب من الماء.

30 Ways to Support Foster and Kinship Families

تم تصميم بوابة "30 Ways" لتلهمكم وتدعمكم طوال العام. تحتوي هذه الصفحة الإلكترونية على خطوات عملية وفرص للتطوع وطرق مدروسة لمساعدة الشباب في دور الرعاية البديلة والأسر البديلة في جميع أنحاء ولاية فرجينيا. 

ممارسات النوم الآمن: الحفاظ على سلامة الأطفال

Between 2019 and 2023, more than 240 Virginia babies died in their sleep. Sudden Unexpected Infant Death, or SUID, is the sudden, unexpected and unexplained death of an infant.

From Hesitation to Hope: Alicia’s Story

When Alicia Thomas was first introduced to the Virginia Initiative for Education and Work (VIEW) program, she was skeptical. With years of experience as a medical assistant, she was used to helping others - but when it came to seeking help for...

احم نفسك من الاحتيال في EBT

The Virginia Department of Social Services and the USDA are working together to actively monitor EBT fraudulent activity and keep the public informed.

VDSS المقر الرئيسي ينتقل إلى موقع إنزبروك الجديد

This month, the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) will begin relocating its headquarters from downtown Richmond to its new location at 5600 Cox Road in Glen Allen, VA. The move is expected to be completed by February and will offer...

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