Social Services

What We Do

At Durham County Social Services we partner with individuals, families, and the community to help our residents achieve physical, social, and financial well-being. For over a century, our social workers and staff have been serving Durham residents with compassionate care, always with the goal of bettering the lives of those in need.

Disruption in SNAP Benefits in North Carolina as the Federal Government Shutdown Continues

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced the November benefits for the 1.4 million North Carolinians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be delayed as the federal government shutdown continues.
Learn more: ncdhhs.gov/press-releases

Resources--End Hunger Durham is a local agency with a complete and current listing of food banks and pantries. Visit: endhungerdurham.org. Statewide, the United Way has a number for resources as well. Dial 2-1-1 or you may visit: nc211.org.

Our Programs & Services

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Aging & Adult Services

Learn about our range of services for disabled and/or older adults, including assistance with daily living activities, access to healthcare resources, nutrition programs, transportation and caregiver support.

Child & Family Services

Learn about our programs in Child Welfare, Family Support Services, Mental Health Services, and Youth Development.

Child Support Services

Find services that promote parental responsibility by locating non-custodial parents, establishing paternity, establishing medical obligations and support, and the enforcement of existing Child Support orders.