The Fredericksburg Department of Social Services provides quality and timely social and financial services to eligible families and individuals in Fredericksburg City. Services and benefits provided by the Department promote economic and social self-sufficiency and provide protection and support to families, children and adults. These services and benefits are provided in such a manner that protects the value and dignity of the individual and the family.

The City of Fredericksburg Department of Social Services adheres to an individual's right of self-determination. The Department's clients are, therefore, informed of services available to enhance his/her functional capacity as an individual, family member, and resident of the community. Respect for the dignity of the individual, as a person capable of choosing appropriate means to alleviate correctable conditions and problems experienced in daily living is the premise to the philosophy of this Department.

Services Provided Include:

  • Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
  • Auxiliary Grant Program (AGP)
  • Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
  • State - Local Hospitalization (SLH)
  • Food Stamps
  • Employment Services (VIEW Program)
  • Child Care Services
  • Adoption Services
  • Child Protective Services
  • Foster Care Services
  • Foster Home Parent/Family Program
  • Adult Services
  • Adult Protective Services
  • Fraud Services


For more information about the Department of Social Services, please contact Janine Sewell at 540) 372-1032, via E-Mail, or visit our website.