Apply for, view, or renew your benefits, and report changes
to your case by clicking the CommonHelp logo above. 
​The application period for fuel assistance runs through November 13, 2020.  Applications can be filed on-line at www.commonhelp.virginia.gov, by calling toll-free 1-855-635-4370, or contacting the office at 1-276-783-8148 to have one mailed to you.  Applications can be returned to the agency via US Mail, faxed to 1-276-783-6237 or placed in the drop box outside the building.  Applications may also be picked up at the agency.  Fuel Assistance helps eligible households with the costs of heating their homes.  After the state determines how much each household will receive the benefits will be available by the end of December, first of January.
 
Crisis Assistance will begin November 1, 2020 to assist with the repair of or purchase of heating equipment and security deposits needed in order to have electric or gas heat established or to prevent the service from being disconnected.  A separate application is required for Crisis.  Only homeowners are eligible for purchase of heating equipment.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) RESPONSE
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Add your phone to the fight here.
​For up-to-date information, assistance, and resources from across state government, click here.
Smyth County DSS
​The Smyth County Department of Social Services provides benefits and services to qualifying people in need within Smyth County, Virginia. Information and referral services are available to all citizens.


OUR MISSION:
Provide services and support to the citizens of Smyth County to eliminate poverty, neglect and abuse; to strengthen families through community collaborations to achieve self-sufficiency.
Benefit Programs
​We administer the following Benefit Assistance programs: TANF - Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (formerly known as the Food Stamp Program), Medicaid, Auxiliary Grant and Energy assistance.
For more information on benefit programs, click HERE.
​Service Programs
​Our Service programs include: Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adoption Assistance, Adult Services, Adult Protective Services, Child Day Care Services, and Employment Services (VIEW).
​ For more information about available services, click HERE.
Christopher Austin, Director
Smyth County Department of Social Services
121 Bagley Circle, Suite 200
Marion, VA 24354
Phone: (276) 783-8148        Fax: (276) 783-6327
Service Hours: 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM -  Monday - Friday
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DSS is located on second floor! Photo credit: Tanner Glenn, 2015