Administrative Office

Amelia County Department of Social Services provides information about a wide range of supportive/rehabilitative services and financial assistance to needy and eligible children, families, and adults. Some of the assistance programs are auxiliary grants, disaster assistance, energy assistance (fuel, crisis, cooling, and weatherization), food stamps, general relief, medical assistance, temporary assistance for needy families, and caregivers grants.



Adult services available are assessment for an assisted living facility, pre-admission screening for a nursing home, companion services, homemaker services, adult day care, nutrition information, and case management.



CommonHelp is the Commonwealth of Virginia’s fast and easy way to apply online for many Virginia social services assistance programs. Through a single online site, you can find out what assistance you might be eligible for and submit one application saving you time and effort.  Visit CommonHelp