Human Services Headlines
Training To Begin for Recovery Act Weatherization Program
July 1, 2009NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Department of Human Services announced today that training will begin next week to prepare energy auditors and contractors to weatherize thousands of homes across Tennessee, including homes of some families not previously eligible for the program..(More)
State Worker Indicted On Numerous Fraud And Theft Counts
June 29, 2009MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A 44-year old Cordova man was indicted last week and arrested on Saturday, June 27 in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud the federal and state government out of more than $150,000 in public assistance benefits.(More)
Replacement Food Stamps Available for Current Program Recipients Only
June 18, 2009Shelby County residents currently enrolled in the Food Stamp Program who lost
power in one of the affected areas for 24 hours or more are eligible for
replacement benefits.(More)
Shelby County Child Support Office Moves July 1
June 17, 2009The Shelby County child support office is moving to a new location next month. The Tennessee Department of Human Services has contracted with Maximus, a private government services agency, to provide child support services to the residents of Memphis and Shelby County.(More)
As Temperatures Increase, So Do DHS Inspections
June 3, 2009Child care providers across Tennessee who transport children are facing increased inspections again this summer. The Tennessee Department of Human Services is cracking down with extra monitoring visits, and even surveillance, to ensure that the state’s comprehensive transportation rules are being followed.(More)
Public Hearing Scheduled for the State’s Proposed Child Care and Development Fund Plan for Fiscal Year 2009-2010
May 15, 2009 THE CCDF PUBLIC HEARING IN MEMPHIS IS SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 12THThe Tennessee Department of Human Services will conduct three (4) public hearings to receive comments on the state’s proposed Child Care and Development Fund plan to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families for funding the Fiscal Year 2009-2010.(More) (Memphis information)
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), Tennessee is receiving a substantial investment from the federal government to create and save jobs, and aid individuals and families affected by the recession. The Tennessee Department of Human Services administers several programs that will benefit from this investment, including the Weatherization, Food Stamp and Child Care programs. Visit the DHS Recovery page
Public Hearings and Comments
Public hearings to discuss amendments to Child Support forms for
withholding of income for child support.Read the Full Story
The comment period on the VR FY 2010 State Plan ends June 26, 2009. Please see the announcement for more details.Read the Full Story
Public hearings set to discuss new rule to technical and financial eligibility requirements for Medicaid on community spouse resource allocation.Read the Full Story
Click here for a complete list of all of the Department's upcoming Rule Making hearings.
Human Services At A Glance
Adult and Family Services
The Adult & Family Services Division is responsible for services that help strengthen families and protect the most vulnerable citizens in Tennessee. This division also supplies funding to community human and social services agencies.
Child Support Services
The Child Support Division offers help in locating missing parents, establishing paternity, obtaining or modifying child support orders through the courts, and enforcing court orders so children receive the support they need.
Rehabilitation Services
The Division of Rehabilitation Services helps persons with disabilities become self-sufficient, gain or retain competitive employment, or receive timely and accurate decisions on their applications for disability benefits.
Appeals and Hearings
This Division receives appeals and conducts fair hearings for applicants and clients who believe they did not receive the services and/or benefits from the Department of Human Services to which they are entitled.
Office of the General Counsel
The Office of the General Counsel provides legal advice to DHS programs,
legal representation in judicial and administrative litigation affecting the
department, prepares departmental rules, and prepares legislation for and
analysis of legislation affecting the Department.
Rules and Regulations
The rules and regulations for the programs administered by the Department of Human Services.
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Human Services Mission Statement
To improve the well-being of economically disadvantaged, disabled or vulnerable Tennesseans through a network of financial, employment, rehabilitative and protective services.
