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Henry County Department of Social Services

20 Progress Drive
PO Drawer 4946
Martinsville, VA 24114

(276) 656-4300

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Contact Information

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(276) 656-4300

Who We Are

Henry County Department of Social Services participates in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.  TANF provides eligible families with a monthly cash payment to meet their basic needs if the family is responsible for the care of a minor child.  Participants may be provided with services such as job skills training, work experience, job readiness training, child care assistance, transportation, and other work related expenses.

An eligible child must be under age 18, or if 18, will graduate from high school before age 19, going to school regularly if he is between the ages of five and 18,  living with a parent or other relative and a U.S. citizen or an eligible immigrant.

The TANF program initiative has time to limited benefits, a strong work requirement, and a social contract which sets out the responsibilities of and expectations for recipients of public assistance and the government.

CommonHelp is the Commonwealth of Virginia’s fast and easy way to apply online for many Virginia social services assistance programs. Through a single online site, you can find out what assistance you might be eligible for and submit one application saving you time and effort.  You can apply for Benefit Programs online at CommonHelp or by telephone by calling 1-855-635-4370.

 

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Henry County

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
0-5
,
6-12
Family
Yes
Residency Requirements
Serves residents of the City of Martinsville and Henry County.
Other Eligibility Criteria
There must be a child in the home under age 18, who will graduate from high school before the age 19, and the child is going to school regularly, if they are between ages 15 and 18.

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Visit CommonHelp online or call the office
Self Refer
Yes