Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Agency overview
FormedAs the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
JurisdictionState government of Pennsylvania
Annual budget$20,020,564 (FY 2010)
Agency executive
Websitehttps://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs.html

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is a state agency in Pennsylvania tasked to provide care and support to vulnerable citizens. With a range of program offices, the department administers various services including eligibility determination, foster care, early childhood development, services for individuals with disabilities, long-term living programs, and management of healthcare programs. The department consists of executive offices and seven program offices:

  • Office of Child Development and Early Learning
  • Office of Children, Youth and Families
  • Office of Developmental Programs
  • Office of Income Maintenance
  • Office of Long-Term Living
  • Office of Medical Assistance Programs
  • Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
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