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Drownings are increasing. Stay within arm’s reach of young children whenever they are in or near water. Get water safety tips for summer and year-round.
The SNAP food restriction waiver has been delayed until Oct. 1, 2026. No changes have been made to benefit use for sweetened beverages.
Join us this month as we celebrate the positive impact fathers and father figures have on the lives of children and families.
The Virginia Department of Social Services is a network of 120 local departments. We serve more than 2 million Virginians each year with services that promote safety, independence, and well-being.
We provide vital programs designed to meet people where they are and help them build what's next.
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