Community & Social Services

Local and federal government agencies, along with community organizations, provide a range of different services to their citizens.  These programs are called public services because they receive taxpayer funding or donations and are available to the public.  Learning more about the types of services that are available can help you better understand the resources and support you can tap into locally as well as nationally.

Social service departments play a crucial role in the well-being of the state's residents. They are tasked with various functions to support individuals and families through many programs and services. These departments are vital in supporting citizens of its communities, from food assistance and child support to child and adult welfare.

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