Welcome to Union County. We’re glad you are here.
Union County Department of Human Services (UCDHS) provides a wide range of social services to county residents. The department’s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities by delivering comprehensive services and support programs. Click the buttons below to learn more about the department and its operating divisions.
Department of Human Services
A team of professionals dedicated to improving lives in Union County
Welcome to the Union County Department of Human Services. It is our pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all of our visitors. Our department is committed to serving the needs of individuals, families, and communities in Union County by providing essential social services and support programs.
Our team of professionals is dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and we work tirelessly to ensure that each individual receives the support and resources they need to achieve self-sufficiency and independence. We take pride in our collaborative approach to service delivery and work closely with community-based organizations and other agencies to provide the best possible assistance to those in need.
Please take some time to explore our website and learn more about the programs and services we offer. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for considering the Union County Department of Human Services as a resource for yourself or someone you know.
Department of Human Services
What we do.
Union County Department of Human Services (UCDHS) provides a wide range of social services to county residents. The department’s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities by delivering comprehensive services and support programs.
UCDHS offers assistance to vulnerable populations, including low-income families, the elderly, people with disabilities, and those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. The department provides services such as food assistance, housing support, child welfare, employment and training, and emergency assistance. UCDHS also offers healthcare access, including preventative and primary care services, and provide transportation to medical appointments for eligible residents.
UCDHS has a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to helping people achieve self-sufficiency and independence. Our staff includes social workers, case managers, counselors, and other specialists who work collaboratively to address the unique needs of each client. The department also partners with community-based organizations and other agencies to ensure that individuals and families receive the best possible support and resources.
Union County Department of Human Services plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of county residents by providing essential services and support programs to those who need it most. Our commitment to helping vulnerable populations achieve self-sufficiency and independence is a testament to our staff’s dedication to improving the quality of life in the community.
Our Executive Team
Debbie-Ann Anderson
Director
Karen Dinsmore
Assistant Director
Melissa Lespinasse
Assistant Director
Served more than half of the county’s population through an array of services and programs
700+
Dedicated Staff
Professionals who work collaboratively to address the unique needs of each client.
260K+
Individuals Served
More than half of the county’s total population have come through our doors.
21
Municipalities
We’ve served county residents from all of the county’s municipalities.
Our Partners
We take a collaborative approach to service delivery and work closely with community-based organizations and other agencies to provide the best possible assistance to those in need.
