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Attention - Beginning Monday, March 30, 2020, all Social Services office hours will be limited to Monday-Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm

To Prevent Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19):

The Department of Social Services is committed to a continuation of services during this crisis. The Department encourages applicants and participants to go online to apply for benefits, submit documents and manage their cases.

Board Sets Priorities for New Homeless Assistance Grant

The County Board of Supervisors vote to set priorities for how new homeless assistance funds will be spent.

Operation Santa at The Department of Social Services was Incredibly Successful

Thanks to the generosity of our local community, the Department of Social Services has completed another successful Operation Santa gift distribution. Hundreds of needy local children received gifts of toys and clothes for the holiday.

2019 Foster/Adopt Family Christmas Extravaganza

The Department of Social Services is proud to share how in this case foster/adopt families benefit when members of the community take action to serve those in need. The Grace Bible Church’s Foster/Adopt Ministry hosted 485 children and 390 adults for the 2nd Annual Christmas Extravaganza.

ASIST Program Supports Foster Care Youth

ASIST Program funding supports youth transitioning from residential placements to home-based foster care.

Community Services Event to Be Held in Paso Robles on October 30

The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services is proud to present the first ever CommUNITY Connection Event (previously known as MASH and Stand Down). The event is a one stop shop services event with 50 service providers from department of motor vehicles, lunch, super cuts, social services, and CAPSLO, Family Care Network just to...

Foster Youth Academic Success on the Rise

Foster youth graduation rates in SLO County are nearly 20% higher than state average. Congratulations to this year's graduates!