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About Social Services in Rockingham County
Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services District has been a joint Harrisonburg and Rockingham County operation since legislation adopted in 1938 provided for the establishment of welfare agencies in each Virginia locality. Effective July 1, 1995, the jurisdictions of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County consolidated their social services departments, changing the name to Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services District. The mission of the Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services District is the promotion of self-reliance and protection of citizens through community-based services.
Rockingham County Social Services is part of the Virginia Department of Social Services.
Programs
The Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services District is divided into two broad program areas.
Benefits Program
The Benefits Program provides medical, financial, fuel, and food stamp assistance to the citizens of Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County. These benefits can be paid from federal, state, and/or local funds.
Service Program
The Service Program provides the following services directly, or via purchase of service:
- Adoption
- Adult Protective Services
- Adult Services
- Child Protective Services
- Day Care Services
- Employment Services
- Foster Care
Contact Us
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Celest D. Williams
Director
Email
Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services District
Main Building
110 N. Mason St.
P.O. Box 809
Family Services Building
227 E. Elizabeth St.
P.O. Box 809
Harrisonburg, VA 22803
Ph: (540) 574-5100
Main Building Services Unit
Fx: (540) 574-5127
Main Building Eligibility
Fx: (540) 574-5182
Foster Care
Fx: (540) 564-6179
CPS & APS
Fx: (540) 574-5127 or (540) 574-5154
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm