Human Services
​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
CORRECTED: Virginia Beach Community Services Board Seeks Feedback on Performance Contract

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

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 substance abuse services. As part of …

Human Services to Hold Free HIV Testing Event on June 29

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

The Department of Human Services (DHS) will offer free HIV testing from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29 at the DHS Administration Building, 3432 Virginia Beach Blvd. in recognition of National HIV Testing Day. First observed on June 27, 1995, National HIV Testing Day has …

Virtual Bank On Hampton Roads Classes Begin Sept. 11

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

The next round of free Bank On financial empowerment classes begins on Sept. 11. Bank On Hampton Roads is a regional partnership that is coordinated through the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services, and includes participating municipalities, banks, credit unions and c …

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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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 HOTLINE NUMBERS

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

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

Benefit Concerns
(757) 385 -3200    

​​Child Protective Services (CPS)
(757) 385-3400
(800) 552-7096

USDA SNAP Fraud​ Hotline
(800) 424-9121

​Virginia Department of Social Services Fraud Hotline
(800) 552-3431​

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