Department of Social Services
How to Report Child and Adult Abuse and Neglect
To report Child Abuse & Neglect call (336)703-(ABUSE) 2287 or fax 336-726-0249 (24 hrs 7 days a week)
For additional information, click here:
- Child Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency
- Child Protective Services Home
- Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency
- Indicators of Potential Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency
To report Adult Abuse and Neglect dial (336)703-3503 (after 5pm call 911)
For additional information, click here:
- Adult Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
- Adult Protective Services Home
- Recognizing Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Department of Social Services News
Department of Social ServicesHighland Avenue Block Party on Oct. 26 to Offer Free Food, Health Screenings and Medicaid Enrollment
The Forsyth County Departments of Social Services and Public Health will be among the hosts of the Highland Avenue Block Party on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 650 N. Highland Ave. It will feature free food, clothing, prizes, flu shots, health screenings and STD/HIV testing along with Medicaid enrollment assistance.
Department of Social ServicesEnrollment events to help Medicaid beneficiaries choose a plan
The Forsyth County Department of Social Services, 741 North Highland Ave, will be hosting enrollment sessions to help Medicaid beneficiaries choose a Prepaid Health Plan starting on Oct. 15.
Department of Social ServicesTubbs elected to NC Child Support Council board
Forsyth County Department of Social Services Child Support Director Jennifer Tubbs has been elected to serve on the North Carolina Child Support Council (NCCSC) Board of Directors for the 2019 - 2022 term.
Department of Social ServicesDSS Deputy Director Elected to National Eligibility Workers Association Board
Forsyth County Department of Social Services Deputy Director Elizabeth White has been chosen as a member of the Board of Directors for the National Eligibility Workers Association (NEW PATHS).
Department of Social ServicesChild Support Division Celebrates Successes
Forsyth County Social Services Child Support Division celebrated Child Support Awareness Month and a successful FY 2019 last week at Camel City BBQ.
Department of Social ServicesNC Medicaid Transformation: Selecting a New Health Plan
There are numerous ways Medicaid beneficiaries can select a new managed care plan. Beneficiaries who do not select a plan before Sept. 16 will be automatically enrolled.
