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​The mission of the Department of Human Services (DHS) is to provide Virginia Beach citizens the opportunity to achieve the highest level of self-sufficiency, safety, and quality of life possible, through an array of coordinated services delivered in a climate of dignity, respect and accountability.

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 DHS News Releases
Virtual Bank On Hampton Roads Classes Begin Sept. 2

Friday, August 07, 2020

The next round of free Bank On financial empowerment classes kicks off on Sept. 2. Coordinated through the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services, Bank On Hampton Roads is a regional partnership of participating municipalities, banks, credit unions and community organiz …

Real Estate and Personal Property Tax Relief Program Applications Now Accepted Through July 31

Friday, July 10, 2020

​The Department of Human Services has extended the application deadline for the Real Estate and Personal Property Tax Relief Program to July 31. The program provides direct relief for households where an occupant has lost their employment, had their work hours reduced or has …

Virginia Beach Community Services Board Seeks Feedback on Performance Contract

Monday, July 06, 2020

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (July 6, 2020) – The Virginia Beach Community Services Board invites the public to comment on its proposed FY 2021 State Performance Contract Financial Plan, through which state funding is utilized for public mental health, developmental disabilities and …

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Please return completed request forms to the HSD​ Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) division.
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Continuous Quality Improvement Division 
256 N. Witchduck Rd. Suite 2F
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Office: 757-385-0642
Fax: 757-473-2104​

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Adult Protective Services (APS)
(757) 385-3550
(888) 832-3858

Behavioral Health (CSB)
(757) 385-0888 (available 24/7)

Benefit Concerns
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(757) 385-3400
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USDA SNAP Fraud​ Hotline
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Mental Health Forum - April 12, 2018

​Mental Health Forum Presentation - April 12, 2018.pdf
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