Social Service Resources
Gloucester
The Department of Social Services works to design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. Social Services strives to build a Commonwealth in which all Virginians have the resources and services they need to shape strong futures for themselves, their families and their communities.
Anyone who suspects that children are being abused or neglected may call anonymously to the local Department of Social Services or to the State Hotline 800-552-7096 which receives calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
6641 Short Lane
Gloucester, VA 23061
Phone: (804) 693-2671
Hours: Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mathews
Social Services
The mission of the Mathews County Department of Social Services is promoting self-reliance, stability and safety through collaboration, staff commitment and delivery of quality services.
To report child abuse or neglect, contact the agency Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at 804-725-7192 or 24 hours a day at 800-552-7096.
Mental Health Services
Gloucester
Terry J Thorpe - LCSW
6508 Main Street Gloucester, VA 23061
Phone: (757) 828-3249
Mathews
The Changing Tide Body, Mind & Spirit P.C.
https://www.facebook.com/changingtidebms/
10978 BUCKLEY HALL RD, Mathews, VA, United States, Virginia
(804) 725-3041

Child Abuse Prevention Projects Completed
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School Kits & Cookie Supplies for MES - January 2025
As the club had extra supplies from the Family Christmas Party, we decided to donate them along with some school supplies to kindergarten and first grade classes at Mathews Elementary School.
Daffodil Festival - March 2025
Members cleaned up the Adopt-A-Spot, and placed our pinwheels and banner for Child Abuse Prevention. We also placed them at Abington, Brown Park, and the American Legion Post 75.
Activity Bags - April 2025
To commemorate Child Abuse Prevention month, the club got together to make bags full of activities and snacks for children. We made over 90 bags and 40 information packets for Gloucester's libraries, and 70 information packets for the Boys and Girls club!
Foster Care Angel Tree - December 2025
The Exchange Club supported three foster children with Christmas presents this year! This Angel Tree was located at Bill Hudgins Automotive.

























