Amherst County Department of Social Services

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Amherst County Department of Social Services Welcome to the official page of the Amherst County, VA Department of Social Services

The Amherst County Department of Social Services provides social work services, financial services, and volunteer opportunities administered according to state and federal regulations. The mission of the department is to offer timely, appropriate, quality services to individuals and families in order to promote self-sufficiency and to protect children and adults. The Department offers the following programs: Adoption, Adult Protective Services, Adult Services, Auxiliary Grant Program, Child Protective Services, Day Care Services to Children, Emergency Assistance, Emergency Shelter Operations, Employment Services, Energy Assistance, Family Access to Medical Insurance Security (FAMIS), Family Partnership Meetings, Foster Care, Home Based Care (Companion Services), Intake Services, Medicaid, Prevention and Support Services for Families, SNAP (food assistance), State/Local Hospitalization, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), and Volunteer Services

In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, s*x, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). The Amherst County Department of Social Services and USDA are an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Amherst DSS will be closed Tuesday, November 3rd for Election Day.
10/29/2026

Amherst DSS will be closed Tuesday, November 3rd for Election Day.

Amherst County Administrative Offices will be closed Tuesday, November 3rd. For Election Day.

10/25/2026
🚨 VDSS will not call or text you about specific EBT card purchases. Do not reply to these texts, click any links, or cal...
10/21/2026

🚨 VDSS will not call or text you about specific EBT card purchases. Do not reply to these texts, click any links, or call any numbers associated with them.

We’ve received reports of scam phone calls and text messages that are targeting EBT cardholders across Virginia. ⚠️

They may claim:
- There is suspicious activity on your account.
- An EBT card transaction was declined.
- You need to click a link or call a number to speak with a representative.

These messages and calls are fake! VDSS will not call or text you about specific EBT card purchases. Do not reply to these texts, click any links, or call any numbers associated with them.

If you have responded to these messages, immediately call the official EBT customer service phone number (1-866-281-2448) or reach out to your local department of social services (www.dss.virginia.gov/localagency).

We also strongly encourage customers to use ConnectEBT to keep your card locked when not in use. Learn more about avoiding EBT scams and using ConnectEBT at dss.virginia.gov/EBTScam. đź”’

Amherst DSS will be closed on Monday, October 12, for Columbus Day.
10/09/2026

Amherst DSS will be closed on Monday, October 12, for Columbus Day.

County Offices will be closed on Monday, October 12, for Columbus Day. We will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, October 13th.

Great news! The Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) will now be on‑site at Amherst DSS every third Friday, star...
09/21/2026

Great news!

The Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) will now be on‑site at Amherst DSS every third Friday, starting October 16, 2026.

Need help with child support, paternity, or program information? Walk in—no appointment needed!

Amherst County Dept. of Social Services is accepting applications for the Karis Christmas for Seniors program, coordinat...
09/10/2026

Amherst County Dept. of Social Services is accepting applications for the Karis Christmas for Seniors program, coordinated by Karis Care Services, now through Wednesday, October 14th. This program is designed to brighten the holidays for seniors in our community.

Amherst DSS will close at noon on Friday, September 4th, and will remain closed through Labor Day. We will return to re...
09/04/2026

Amherst DSS will close at noon on Friday, September 4th, and will remain closed through Labor Day. We will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

County Offices will close at noon on Friday, September 4th, and will remain closed through Labor Day. We will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

Address

224 Second Street
Amherst, VA
24521

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+14349469330

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