Wythe County Department of Social Services

Wythe County Department of Social Services As an agency, we are committed to improving the well-being of the community we serve with compassion, integrity, and respect.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA pro-grams are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, s*x, disability, age, marital status, family/p

arental status, in-come derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and com-plaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Dis-crimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected]. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

There is a need for foster families in our community. Children enter the foster care system through no fault of their o...
08/15/2026

There is a need for foster families in our community. Children enter the foster care system through no fault of their own.

In some of the most uncertain moments of their lives, they need a safe place to call home.

Fostering is more than opening your home. It's opening your heart to a child who needs stability, compassion, patience, and someone willing to believe in them. You may not be able to change everything a child has experienced but you can change what they experience from this moment forward.

Our community needs people who are willing to say yes, "Yes, you are safe here and You matter". One family, one home, and caring adult(s) can make an incredible difference in a child's life.

If you have ever considered fostering, there is no better time to learn more.

Come Foster WYTHE Us.

For questions regarding fostering, please call Wythe County DSS, 276-223-4648. You can also visit https://app.family-match.org/recruit/signup

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‼️ Important announcement for SNAP EBT ‼️
08/13/2026

‼️ Important announcement for SNAP EBT ‼️

08/13/2026

There's still time to apply for cooling assistance, but applications close Monday, August 17!

Qualifying households can receive cooling assistance, including air conditioning system repair and help with paying electric bills, through the Virginia Energy Assistance Program.

To qualify, a household must have a child less than six years of age, an adult 60 years or older, or an individual living with a disability. Additionally, a household's gross monthly income may not exceed 150 percent of the federal poverty level.

Learn more at www.dss.virginia.gov/relief/ea.

08/04/2026

Big news for Virginia SNAP customers!
New EBT chip cards will begin arriving in the mail this September. Here’s what you need to know:

- New cards are more secure and help to protect your benefits from theft.
- Your balance will transfer automatically once you activate the new card.
- You must activate your new card as soon as it arrives.
- Your current card expires 60 days after your new card is mailed.

Visit VirginiaChipCard.com to learn more.

07/01/2026
⚠️ SCAM/FRAUD ALERT ⚠️As an agency, we want to make the public aware of a scam/fraud incident we were made aware of rece...
06/30/2026

⚠️ SCAM/FRAUD ALERT ⚠️

As an agency, we want to make the public aware of a scam/fraud incident we were made aware of recently. We have had several individuals report receiving an automated phone call, asking for a call back or your account would be suspended/placed on hold. If you receive a phone call from an individual and you feel it was a scam, please hang up and contact your local agency immediately.

Please share this post to help protect your friends and family!

Beat the heat with the Energy Assistance Program! Cooling assistance applications can now be accepted from June 15th-Aug...
06/17/2026

Beat the heat with the Energy Assistance Program! Cooling assistance applications can now be accepted from June 15th-August 17th! Here is how to apply:

- By phone 855-635-4370
- Online at https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/
- In person at your local agency

To qualify for the program, your household must be within the income eligibility limit, must pay cooling costs and include a vulnerable person (age 60+, actively receiving disability benefits or a child under 6).

For questions about the program, click the link below or contact your local agency:
https://www.dss.virginia.gov/relief/ea/

Phone applications for VA SUN BUCKS are now open! See the information below regarding the 2026 SUN BUCKS program!
06/17/2026

Phone applications for VA SUN BUCKS are now open!

See the information below regarding the 2026 SUN BUCKS program!

📞 You can apply for Virginia SUN Bucks by phone June 15 – August 31, 2026!

Call the Virginia SUN Bucks Call Center toll-free at 866-513-1414 to submit your application. The call center is open Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Other ways to apply:
🖥️ Submit an online application by visiting VirginiaSunBucks.com.
📬 Print and mail an application to 5600 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060.

The deadline to apply — online, by mail or by phone — is August 31, 2026. Learn more at VirginiaSunBucks.com.

En español:
📞 ¡Puede solicitar Virginia SUN Bucks por teléfono del 15 de junio al 31 de agosto de 2026!

Llame gratis al Centro de Atención de Virginia SUN Bucks al 866-513-1414 para enviar su solicitud. El centro de atención está abierto de lunes a viernes, de 9 a.m. a 6 p.m.

Otras maneras de solicitar:
🖥️ Envíe una solicitud en línea visitando VirginiaSunBucks.com
📬 Imprima y envíe una solicitud por correo a: 5600 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060.

La fecha límite para solicitar — en línea, por correo o por teléfono — es el 31 de agosto de 2026. Obtenga más información en VirginiaSunBucks.com.

06/17/2026

Wythe County offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

Normal business hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

Online payments and other online services are available 24/7 at www.wytheco.org

Address

290 S. 6th Street Suite 200
Wytheville, VA
24382

Telephone

+12762285493

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