The Wayne County Department of Social Services is a public agency dedicated to supporting individuals and families in Wayne County, New York, through a wide range of essential social services. The department’s mission is to promote safety, well-being, and independence by assisting residents in meeting their basic needs and improving their quality of life. Core services include financial assistance, child protective services, adult protective services, foster care support, and employment programs, all aimed at empowering vulnerable populations within the community.

A key focus of the department is child and family welfare, working closely with community partners to ensure safe and stable environments for children. The organization is also actively engaged in preventing abuse and neglect through intervention, support planning, and community education. They offer Temporary Assistance and SNAP benefits to help eligible residents access food and housing stability. Through a client-centered approach and strong collaboration with local agencies and service providers, the department provides a compassionate, accessible, and responsive system of support. As a government entity, it is also committed to compliance with state and federal regulations, ensuring equitable and efficient service delivery to the community.

Key Services:

– Temporary Assistance (Family Assistance and Safety Net Programs)
– Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
– Child Protective Services (CPS)
– Adult Protective Services
– Foster Care and Adoption Services
– Child Support Enforcement
– Medicaid Application Assistance
– Employment and Training Services
– Emergency Housing Assistance
– Day Care Subsidy and Assistance Programs