Orange County Social Services Department serves as a critical resource for individuals and families in need throughout Orange County, New York. As a government agency, the department provides a wide range of essential support programs designed to improve quality of life, promote independence, and protect the most vulnerable populations. Services include public assistance programs such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Medicaid enrollment, as well as child protective and adult protective services. The department also oversees foster care, adoption services, and child support enforcement. With a mission centered on promoting the well-being of county residents, Orange County DSS works collaboratively with local community organizations and service providers. Their culturally competent approach ensures equitable assistance across diverse populations. The department emphasizes both crisis response and long-term solutions, offering programs aimed at preventative care and family stabilization. In addition to safety-net services, they provide job training and employment support to help individuals achieve greater self-sufficiency. Their commitment to compassionate, efficient service makes them a trustworthy point of contact for residents facing financial or social hardship.

Key Services:

– Temporary financial assistance and public benefit programs (TANF, SNAP, HEAP, Medicaid)
– Child Protective Services (CPS)
– Adult Protective Services (APS)
– Foster care placement and adoption services
– Child support enforcement and custodial parent services
– Emergency housing and homeless assistance
– Employment and training support programs
– Preventive services to help at-risk families stay together