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Opioid Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training Pilot Program

The DC Department of Human Services’ Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Pilot Program.

What's New With The TANF Employment & Education Program

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is focusing on the needs of the whole family.

Hypothermia/Hyperthermia Alerts

The District is committed to protecting residents experiencing homelessness from hypothermia and other extreme cold and hot weather injuries.

Public Charge Rule Frequently Asked Questions for DC Residents

The new final Public Charge Rule is suspended until further notice...

Comprehensive Street Outreach Network

The Comprehensive Street Outreach Network provides strategic support to unsheltered individuals living on the street or in locations not fit for human habitation.

Zoe's Doors Drop-In Center

Zoe's Doors is a drop-in center for District youth ages 24 and under experiencing homelessness and housing instability or simply in need of a safe place to go.

Featured Services

SNAP

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - formerly known as the "Food Stamps...

Emergency Rental Assistance

Owe back rent? Facing Eviction? Emergency Rental Assistance may be able to help.

Child Care assistance

Assistance with child care fees is available and based on need, income and family size.

TANF

TANF provides cash assistance and work to needy District families with dependent children.

Service Centers

Get locations and view online map of Economic Security Administration (ESA) Service Centers.

Application for ESA Benefits

Apply or be recertified for TANF, SNAP or Medical assistance offered by DHS.

DHS Alerts

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Latest

Feb 21 2020

Mayor Bowser Cuts Ribbon on The Aya, Ward 6’s Short-Term Family Housing Program

The Aya Short-Term Family Housing site in Ward 6 is the latest of the eight sites opening in...

Jan 22 2020

Mayor Bowser Participates in 2020 Point in Time Count, Connects Residents with Homeless Services

Mayor Bowser Joins Volunteers at Annual Census of Persons Experiencing Homelessness to Raise...

Jan 21 2020

Mayor Bowser to Participate in Annual Point in Time Count and Raise Awareness about the District’s Homeless Services

(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, January 22, at 9 pm, Mayor Muriel Bowser, along with volunteers,...

Dec 18 2019

Mayor Bowser to Activate the District’s Cold Emergency Plan

First Cold Emergency Plan of the Season is Activated, Guarantees Shelter Beds for Individuals in...

Dec 11 2019

Mayor Bowser Celebrates DC Family of Six Receiving Stable Housing Through Annual “A Home for the Holidays” Campaign

Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the Gonzalez family as they moved into their permanent home as part...

Mar 19 2018

February 2018 DHS Newsletter

February 2018 Newsletter

Jan 29 2018

January 2018 DHS Newsletter

January 2018 Newsletter

Jan 6 2017

District to Activate “Cold Emergency Plan” Tonight

City's Cold Emergency Plan - Friday, January 6, 2017

Jan 12 2016

District to Activate “Cold Emergency Plan” Tonight

WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the District of...

Jan 4 2016

District to Activate “Cold Emergency Plan” Tonight

WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the District of...

Dec 22 2015

Low-Barrier Emergency Shelters Will Open Early on Christmas Eve

The Department of Human Services (DHS) will open all low-barrier emergency shelters at 4:00 pm on...

Nov 22 2015

Hypothermia Alert will be “Activated” at 7PM Tonight

WASHINGTON, DC- An overnight hypothermia alert will be ACTIVATED at 7:00 pm. Sunday, November 22,...

Oct 1 2015

View Job Announcements

View Job Announcement available at Careers.dc.gov

211 Answers, Please!

Dial 211 to find local and national health and human services programs.
For inquiries regarding SNAP, TANF and Medicaid benefits, please call (202) 727-5355.

Department of Human Services

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm

Connect With Us
64 New York Avenue, NE, 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 671-4200
Fax: (202) 671-4326
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]