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City of Norton Department of Social Services

644 Park Avenue
P O Box 378
Norton, VA 24273

(276) 679-2701

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Contact Information

Main
(276) 679-2701
Toll-Free
(888) 832-3858

Who We Are

The Norton 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 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 that sets out the responsibilities of and expectations for recipients of public assistance and the government.

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)
Norton City

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Family
Yes
Other Eligibility Criteria
Resident of city of Norton; income restrictions; call for other eligibility requirements
Children under 18 years of age

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Closed from 12 Noon until 1 PM

Intake Process
Contact the office for more information about the program and its requirements; complete application; provide documents. You may also apply for benefits online at CommonHelp
Self Refer
Yes

Report Problems
Call the Agency