Welcome to the Nash County Department of Social Services

We are glad that you are interested in learning about our agency and the work we do in Nash County to enhance the quality of life for our citizens. Social Workers, Income Maintenance Caseworkers, legal, management and support staff totaling more than 160 employees work as a team to provide Economic and Social Work Services to an Eastern North Carolina county with a population of more than 90,000 people.

Public assistance program recipients represent approximately 18% of the general population. Agency services are aimed at assisting families to achieve self-sufficiency, protecting children from maltreatment and helping senior citizens lead independent and productive lives.

The agency is noted throughout the state for providing quality services. We have consistently earned an Exemplary Rating for Children's Services and are seen as a model county by the state. We have also consistently scored in the exemplary range in our economic programs, processing applications for assistance timely and accurately.

We are pleased to be able to serve the Nash County community. Take a minute to browse through the menu of economic and social work services provided by the Nash County Department of Social Services.

Melvia Batts
Director


Nash County Department of Social Services
120 W. Washington St., Nashville, NC 27856


"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Under the Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion or political beliefs.

To file a complaint of discrimination, contact USDA or HHS. Write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). Write HHS, Director, Office for Civil Rights, Room 506-F, 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201 or call (202) 619-0403 (voice) or (202) 619-3257 (TTY). USDA and HHS are equal opportunity providers and employers."

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