Family Preservation





This unit of Human Services provides intense, specific services to families who may be experiencing a family crisis. All families can benefit from information, guidance, and help in connecting with resources as they attempt to meet the challenge of parenthood and everyday family life. Family Preservation services work toward strengthening family life and supporting the ongoing protection of children.

Take a moment to view the story of two Norfolk families that worked together to give a critically ill child the support and loving care needed for his recovery and to reunite him with his parents.

Family Preservation is also responsible for operation of the Homeless Action Response Team.  To learn more about HART click here. To speak with someone about our Family Preservation services contact

Department of Human Services

741 Monticello Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 664-6000
Contact by Email

City Departments

2012 Foster/Adoptive Parent
Training Schedule
2011 Foster/Adoptive Parent Training Schedule PDF