Social Services

Mission Statement

Our mission is to promote self reliance, foster prevention, and provide protection to strengthen families and individuals by offering services and linking them to community resources.

The Goochland Department of Social Services provides services ranging from protective services for children, aged and disabled to employment services. The department is also responsible for the administration and operation of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid/FAMIS Programs, and Energy Assistance Programs. Information and referral services are available to all citizens.

Medicaid Expansion

On June 7, 2018, the State of Virginia approved Medicaid Expansion. General Information is available at coverva.org or by calling 1-855-242-8282

To apply for Medicaid, SNAP and TANF, click on the Virginia CommonHelp website here: www.commonhelp.virginia.gov 

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Note

In accordance with the Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write:
USDA Director
Office of Civil Rights
1400 SW Independence Avenue
Washington, D.C. 20250
Phone: 800-795-3272 (voice)
Phone: 202-720-6382 (TTY)

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Resources

  1. Crisis Assistance FAQs (PDF)
  2. Energy Assistance and Crisis Assistance Program Fact Sheet (PDF)
  3. Energy Assistance FAQ (PDF)
  4. Foster Parent Information (PDF)
  1. Foster Parent FAQ
  2. Meals on Wheels Application
  3. Open Enrollment Fact Sheet

Community Assessment

  1. Community Needs Assessment Report