General Info

The Caroline Department of Social Services provides a range of social services and assistance programs for children, adults and senior citizens. It offers programs related to issues, such as poverty, abuse and neglect. The department operates a child care resource and referral agency that provides child care referrals for parents, training for child care providers and parenting education. It maintains a staff of several eligibility, intake and social workers. The Caroline Department of Social Services is a part of the Virginia Department of Social Services, which serves seniors aged 60 and above, as well as adults with disabilities and specific needs. It provides care, transportation and nutrition counseling services. The department helps adults involved in domestic violence situations and offers financial and energy assistance services and food program benefits.