Human Services

1. Adult Services

   Report an incident of suspected abuse or neglect to Adult Protective Services. Assistance with nutrition, medical needs and nursing home care.

2. Children's Services Act (CSA)

   Services for at-risk youth and their families are purchased from a single state pool of funds.

3. Community Links & Resources

   Connect with other resources in the local area.

4. Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Relief

   Armed forces veterans who are 100% service-connected disabled are eligible to apply for real estate tax exemption on their primary residence, regardless of income.

5. Emergency Utility (Water) Payment Program

   The City of Norfolk's Utility (Water) Payment Program helps eligible residents avoid disruption of water service.

6. Family Services

   Supportive, protective and preventive services including Adoption and Foster Care, Child Protective Services, Prevention Services and the Homeless Action and Response Team.

7. Fiscal Year 2020 Human Services Grant

   Solicitation, application and instructions for FY20 Human Services Grant

8. Homelessness

   Resources available for homeless families and individuals in Norfolk who are seeking time limited services.

9. Juvenile Services

   Find out what programs and services are available to meet the needs of youth in the juvenile justice system.

10. PowerUp! Partners & Discounts

    PowerUp! Partners and Discounts The PowerUp! program is designed to increase access to Norfolk’s many arts, entertainment and cultural amenities by offering free or discounted admission and/or membership fees to low-income residents.

11. Prisoner Re-Entry

    Learn more about the Norfolk Re-entry Council and its focus on the key barriers to successful offender reentry.

12. Public Assistance

    Benefit program descriptions. Screen for eligibility and apply for public benefit programs online.

13. Ready By 5

    Ready by 5, kindergarten readiness. pre-school children's program

14. Senior Resources

    Programs tailored to the needs of senior and/or disabled citizens.

15. Student Internships

    Apply for a college internship in social work.