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We will be closed on Friday April 3, 2026 in observance of a county holiday.
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We will reopen on Monday April 6, 2026 at 8:00am.
Do you need childcare? Rooftop now has openings for 3-5 year old Grayson County children!!​
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SNAP recipients can qualify for free childcare but there will also be private paid slots available as well.
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Give them a call for more information!
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For updates regarding your SNAP benefits, please visit our SNAP page! Or click here!
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For information about Energy Assistance for 2026, please visit our Energy Assistance page! Or click here!
Apply for, view, or renew your benefits, and report changes to your case by clicking the CommonHelp logo above.
Learn more about the statewide initiative that empowers leaders across the Commonwealth to be the solution for children, families, and workers in Virginia's child welfare system by clicking the Virginia Fosters logo above.
Who We Are:
Mission:
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"People helping people triumph over poverty, abuse and neglect to shape strong futures for themselves, their families and communities."
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Belief Statement:
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We at Grayson County
Department of Social Services believe
how we do our work
is as important as the work we do.
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Vision:
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Educate and Empower through SUCCESS:
Self sufficient
Unified
Commitment
Community
Empowering
Safe
Strong
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Goals:
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Success for tomorrow starts today
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Collaborate and develop community partnerships
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Independence through innovative solutions
Kristin Shumate, Director
Grayson County Department of Social Services
Phone: 276-773-2452 ext 201
Cell: 276-620-5469
Fax: 276-773-2361
129 Davis St
P.O. Box 434 (mailing)
Independence, VA 24348
Office Hours:
8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
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