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Durham County Social Services

Social Services

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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.

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.

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Child & Family Services

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

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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.

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Food & Nutrition Services

Provide support for low-income individuals and families that are unable to purchase nutritionally adequate meals.

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Medicaid

Explore health insurance resources that support the health and well-being of children, adults and families.

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Contact DSS

Contact DSS, Report Abuse or Neglect, Report Fraud, DSS Board

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Contact social services

Main Office

Durham County Department of Social Services

919-560-8000

Main Office: 414 East Main St.,
Durham, NC 27701

Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.