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DE Division of Social Services - DSS - Overview

 

Delaware Division of Social Services, Department of Health and Social Services logoThe Division of Social Services (DSS), within the Department of Health and Social Services, administers Delaware's public assistance (welfare) programs:

Diversion Assistance

Emergency Assistance Program

Employment and Training/Work For Your Welfare Services

Food Stamps

General Assistance (GA)

Medical Assistance (Medicaid)

Purchase of Day Care Services

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

The purpose of Delaware's public financial assistance programs is to help needy citizens achieve a better standard of living, good health, and skills that will enhance their ability to become financially independent.

Additional Information

Delaware HelpLine logo, showing stylized telephone image in blue on green background, with phone number 1-800-464-4357NOTE: Delaware Helpline is a free service that can provide additional information about many Delaware human services and agencies, and referrals to community resources. You can call the Helpline weekdays at 1 800 464 HELP (1 800 464 4357) or from out of state at 1 800 273 9500. Visit the Delaware Helpline website at:
http://www.delawarehelpline.org/

 

Delaware ASSIST website logo, showing stylized image of computer in gray with acronym ASSIST in red letters on white backgroundNOTE: Delaware ASSIST is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen and apply for a broad range of social programs. The self-screening questionnaire can tell you which Social Service Programs you and the members of your household may be eligible to receive. The application lets you apply online for Social Service Programs offered by the State of Delaware. Visit the ASSIST website at:
https://assist.dhss.delaware.gov/

See also:

DE DSS Contact Information

DE DSS - Application Procedures

DE DSS - Change Reporting Requirements

The DSS web site at:
http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dss/index.html

Source:

DSS Policy Manual (Sect. 1000)

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DE Benefit Information System Overview


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