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
Below is a list of some of the Child Abuse Prevention projects we've completed during the year 2024.
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Dads Supporting Dads Meeting - October 2024
Dads Supporting Dads is a new local group established to provide support, friendships, and resources to local fathers. The first meeting was focused on introductions, and hearing everyone's concerns.
Dads Supporting Dads Hike - November 2024
The Dads Supporting Dads group went on a hike together. It went so well that they walked nine miles, instead of just three!
Child Abuse Prevention Committee Meeting - Family Christmas Event Goodie Bag Prep - December 2024
Members of the club got together in a committee meeting. We decided to put together 70 goodie bags for the Family Christmas Event!
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.
