Caldwell County Department of Social Services

08/03/2026

Here is a brief overview of the changes that will happen to Medicaid Expansion under H.R.1. Please watch for official notices coming in the mail regarding these updates. As always if you have questions, please contact our office at 828-426-8200

07/28/2026

Good afternoon- Just a reminder that our meeting tonight is open to the public and will be located at the Health and Human Services building rather than our usual location. This meeting will provide an overview of all the programs that operate within Social Services as well as standard monthly updates. All elected officials and county leadership are encouraged to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

07/21/2026

Reminder for next week's DSS Board Meeting! The Caldwell County Department of Social Services Board will hold its July meeting at a different location than usual. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at 2345 Morganton Blvd. SW, Lenoir, NC 28645, in the Tammy Austin Conference Room (3rd Floor).

The meeting will include departmental updates and overviews of DSS programs serving Caldwell County. All Caldwell County elected officials are invited to attend, and DSS Board meetings are open to the public.

07/14/2026

06/24/2026

The One Big Beautiful Bill changed who needs to meet work requirements for SNAP benefits. Below is a flyer providing more detail regarding those changes.

06/24/2026

Is fostering something you have been interested in? Join our upcoming information session to learn more!

06/23/2026

Recent federal law passed by Congress newly limits SNAP to certain groups of lawfully present noncitizens. Below is a flyer detailing that information.

06/22/2026

Due to the House Reconciliation bill (H.R.1) being signed into law, significant changes will be made to Medicaid qualifications in the coming months. The following major changes will take effect:

- Many non-citizens will no longer be eligible for Medicaid coverage effective October 1st, 2026.

- Most adults ages 19-64 will be recertified for Medicaid every six months instead of once a year.

- Most adults ages 19-64 will have to show they participated in an approved activity, such as work, school, or volunteer to be able to qualify or keep their Medicaid coverage effective January 1st, 2027.

Notices will be going out over the next month regarding these changes, please be sure to check your mail for these communications. If you have any questions, please call DSS at 828-426-8200.

06/22/2026

Save the date to learn more about becoming a foster parent at our upcoming information session!

06/22/2026

Earlier this year the One Big Beautiful Bill changed who needs to meet work requirements to qualify for SNAP Benefits. Below is a quick overview.