People most served by DSS

Single mother households

47% of single mother households had food shortage. Single mother families receive food stamps more than mother and father households.

Single mother households have significantly high scores for the need for energy assistance.

There is a 5% increase in CPS cases for mothers with the highest education to be a high school diploma.

All programs in these articles were occupied most by low-income and single mother families

Substance Abuse Families

A study showed a large portion of families receiving TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) used illegal drugs.

2014 families using TANF had a 36.7% increase in the use or Cannabis.

CPS has the most involvement with low-income and substance abuse families

Programs and services through DSS

TANF

A program offered through DSS to provide assistance to families "in need" and low-income families.

Food Stamps

Out of 245 households, nearly 66% of them experiences food insecurity within the home.

Food assistance is a program offered through DSS that helps supply food to low-income families.

Child Protective Services

A services performed by DSS to provide security for children involved in neglect or abuse cases.

The article on CPS showed low-income families were at an all time high for CPS involvement

Energy Assistance

Energy assistance through DSS helps low-income families pay their bills during winter months.

If a family already receives TANF or Food Stamos they automatically qualify for energy assistance.