Guilford County - Social Services

04/21/2026

Guilford County is pleased to announce the promotion of Shelia Stokes to Deputy Director of Social Services.

In her new role, she will oversee the implementation and coordination of GCDSS programs and services, ensuring alignment across internal operations and external partners. She will also provide leadership for the agency’s service divisions, including transportation, human resources, planning, and professional development.

Congratulations on your promotion!

04/12/2026

More than 200 Guilford County residents, stakeholders, and visitors took a stand against child abuse at the Prevent Child Abuse Wellness Resource Fair today, Saturday, April 11, at the Greensboro Social Services office.
In partnership with Guilford County Schools Family Academy, the county's Social Services Thriving Families Support Services (TFSS) team provided lunch, giveaways, access to community resources, and activities for children from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information about Thriving Families Support Services, please email [email protected] or call (336) 641-6828.

04/09/2026

Did you know you can QUADRUPLE your SNAP benefits?

Starting April 15th and every Wednesday until August 26th North Carolina A&T State University's Weekly Farmers Market will offer fresh, in-season produce and an opportunity to make your dollars go further

For every $1 spent using EBT, receive $4 in fresh produce. The match applies to EBT purchases only, but all other forms of payment are welcome.

Location: 112 N Benbow Rd, Greensboro, NC
Time: Every Wednesday, 10 AM – 2 PM

04/02/2026

Join us on the latest episode of Taking Turns as we spotlight an exciting new initiative in Guilford County "Thriving Families". In this episode, we sit down...

03/12/2026

SUN Bucks program returns this summer! This program provides grocery benefits to families with school-aged children during the summer months. Visit ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks for more information.

02/02/2026

Due to anticipated early morning road conditions, Guilford County offices will open at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, February 3.

For residents who have an appointment scheduled with the Guilford County Public Health, please call to reschedule:

Clinic: 336-641-3245 (Greensboro/High Point)
Dental: 336-641-3152 (Greensboro); 336-641-7733 (High Point)
WIC: 336-641-3214 (Greensboro); 336-641-7571 (High Point)

Visit GuilfordCountyNC.gov/SevereWeather for further updates.

01/25/2026

Due to precipitation patterns and expected freezing rain overnight, Guilford County offices will be closed Monday, January 26. Visit GuilfordCountyNC.gov/SevereWeather for updates on weather delays, closures, preparedness tips, and resources.

Essential Guilford County life and public safety operations, such as Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Sheriff’s Office, Fire Marshal, Animal Control, and designated Social Services functions, will continue to operate.

If you or someone you know needs help during the winter storm, make sure you have these important phone numbers handy:

☎️Non-Emergency Number
Greensboro: (336) 373-2222
High Point: (336) 883-3224

🌳Downed Trees Blocking Roadways
(336) 373-2222

⚡Power-Duke Energy
(800) 769-3766

💧Greensboro Water
(336) 373-2033

⚡High Point Utilities
(336) 883-3111

❄️GDOT Snow Hotline for snow/ice concerns
(336) 373-2076

01/24/2026

Due to anticipated severe weather conditions, some county operations, services, and facilities may be affected over the weekend, and potentially into next week.
Visit GuilfordCountyNC.gov/SevereWeather for updates on weather delays, closures, preparedness tips, and resources.

State of Emergency Issued with Upcoming Winter Storm Guilford County has declared a local State of Emergency due to the potential impacts of the forecasted winter storm predicted to move through the area this weekend. The State of Emergency will go into effect at noon (12:00PM) Thursday, January 22,...

01/23/2026

A 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠 response has been activated in Guilford County for this weekend in response to anticipated freezing temperatures from 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧.

The following organizations in the cities of Greensboro and High Point will open as 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 tonight through the weekend.

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐨
• First Baptist Church, 1000 W. Friendly Ave., will provide 24-hour shelter starting tonight, Friday, January 23 at 7 pm. through 7 a.m. on Monday, January 26. The warming center at First Baptist Church will be open to single adults and families.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭
• 𝐎𝐚𝐤𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, located on 2018 W. Green Dr., will open at tonight at 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. on Saturday, January 24 for women and children only.
• 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, located at 400 N. Centennial St., will open tonight at 8pm tonight, January 23 and through the weekend and daily until capacity is full. Open Door Ministries will open for adult men only.
• 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, located on 903 W. English Rd., will offer 24-hour shelter for women only on Friday, January 23, Saturday, January 24, and Sunday January 25. West End Ministries will open at 5:30pm Friday, January 23 until 8 a.m. on Monday, January 26.

Please note Guilford County is not operating these centers. The county is sharing this information from partner organizations.

Find more information: GuilfordCountyNC.gov/SevereWeather

12/31/2025

Guilford County offices will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Year's Day. County offices will reopen on Friday, Jan. 2.

We wish everyone a safe and happy New Year!

12/31/2025

The Thriving Family Support Services Program is here to promote and maintain a healthy environment for children and ensure families have access to needed resources. We offer:

✅ Family Support & Advocacy​
✅ Food Assistance Referrals​
✅ Health Services Coordination​
✅ Connection to Local Resources​

If you or someone you know needs support, call us at (336) 641-6828 or email us at [email protected]