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Nelson County Department of Social Services

203 Front Street
P O Box 357,
Lovingston, VA 22949

(434) 263-7160

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(434) 263-7160

Who We Are

Nelson County Department of Social Services offers The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.  TANF provides eligible families with a monthly cash payment to meet their basic needs.  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 also use CommonHelp to Check Your Benefits, Report Household Changes, or Renew Your Benefits. 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)
Nelson County

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
0-5
,
6-12
Family
Yes
Residency Requirements
Serves residents of Nelson 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
Call for procedure and paperwork; complete application and provide documents. You may also apply for benefits online at CommonHelp.

Self Refer
Yes
Intake Contact
Jim Oliver