Rutherford County NC Department of Social Services

03/06/2026

Rutherford County DSS and the Rutherford County Senior center are hosting an Elder Abuse Awareness Event on June 15, 2026 from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
Join us to learn the signs of elder abuse and exploitation and how to help protect vulnerable adults in our community. 

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

Rutherford County Department of Social Services is pleased to welcome Tiffany Dodd as our new DSS Director!

Tiffany is a graduate of the University of South Carolina Upstate and has dedicated her career to serving children, families, and adults through the Department of Social Services. She began her DSS journey in 2006 as a Children's Services Social Worker in Assessments, where she quickly demonstrated her commitment to helping others and strengthening our community.

In 2015, Tiffany was promoted to Social Work Supervisor over Assessments and In-Home Services, providing leadership and guidance to staff while continuing to advocate for those in need. In 2022, she advanced to the role of Program Administrator for Adult and Children's Services, overseeing critical programs that support some of our county's most vulnerable citizens.

With nearly two decades of experience, a passion for public service, and a deep understanding of DSS programs and operations, Tiffany brings exceptional leadership and expertise to her new role.

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Tiffany Dodd as the new Director of Rutherford County Department of Social Services. We look forward to her continued leadership and the positive impact she will make in our community!

18/05/2026

Summer break is here and SUN Bucks can help eligible families with grocery benefits for school-aged children!

Many families are automatically enrolled. Learn more at ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks

12/05/2026

Public notice: all future and scheduled DSS Board meetings have been cancelled.

07/05/2026

05/05/2026

NC Sunbucks coming this summer.

23/04/2026

Administrative Professionals' Day is a day set aside to recognize and celebrate the contributions of our administrative staff—such as receptionists, assistants, and office managers—who keep our agency organized, efficient, and functioning smoothly. We appreciate everything you do to keep us all on task. Happy Administrative Professionals day!

17/04/2026

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to strengthening families and engaging communities to prevent child abuse and neglect. The month emphasizes proactive measures—often represented by blue pinwheels—to create safe, stable environments for children, encouraging partnerships to support parents and prevent challenges from becoming crises.
A pinwheel garden was planted in the breezeway at DSS in honor of child abuse prevention.