2019

2019 Foster/Adopt Family Christmas Extravaganza
Date: 12/16/2019 2:29:45 PM
The Department of Social Services is proud to share how in this case foster/adopt families benefit when members of the community take action to serve those in need. The Grace Bible Church’s Foster/Adopt Ministry hosted 485 children and 390 adults for the 2nd Annual Christmas Extravaganza.
ASIST Program Supports Foster Care Youth
Date: 11/14/2019 7:49:48 AM
ASIST Program funding supports youth transitioning from residential placements to home-based foster care.
Community Services Event to Be Held in Paso Robles on October 30
Date: 10/21/2019 2:50:22 PM
The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services is proud to present the first ever CommUNITY Connection Event (previously known as MASH and Stand Down). The event is a one stop shop services event with 50 service providers from department of motor vehicles, lunch, super cuts, social services, and CAPSLO, Family Care Network just to name a few.
Foster Youth Academic Success on the Rise
Date: 10/7/2019 3:40:59 PM
Foster youth graduation rates in SLO County are nearly 20% higher than state average. Congratulations to this year's graduates!
Local County Leaders Raise Awareness During National Foster Care Month
Date: 8/13/2019 12:15:53 PM
Mayors and City Council Members Answer the Call to Help Youth in their Community
SLO County Homeless Numbers Rise 32 Percent Since Last Count
Date: 8/1/2019 9:00:00 AM
The County of San Luis Obispo has released the results of the 2019 Homeless Point in Time Count.
CalFresh Expanding Benefits to More SLO County Residents
Date: 5/1/2019 8:00:00 AM
This state-level change means better access to nutritious food and more federal dollars coming to local retailers.
Empty-nester Shares Her Extra Time and creativity With Foster Youth in San Luis Obispo County
Date: 4/2/2019 11:11:13 AM
Sharing Time with Foster Youth in San Luis Obispo County
Dept of Social Services Employee Jessica Lorance Recognized with Women of Distinction Award
Date: 3/20/2019 1:06:41 PM
The honor was presented by Cuesta College and The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County’s Women’s Legacy Fund.
Celebrate Social Work Month (March 2019)
Date: 2/26/2019 4:19:46 PM
Join us in celebrating the important impacts social workers have on our community.
Dept of Social Services Employee Eunice Lopez Recognized as Nipomo Citizen of the Year
Date: 2/25/2019 9:43:03 AM
Honor was presented by the South County Chamber of Commerce
Federal Government Shutdown and CalFresh Benefits
Date: 1/15/2019 2:25:40 PM
Early Issuance of February CalFresh Benefits

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Child Hotline Information:

  • If you suspect there is an emergency requiring immediate intervention, call 911
  • To report suspected child abuse or neglect call the 24 hour Child Abuse Hotline at (805) 781-KIDS (5437) or toll free 1-800-834-KIDS (5437)

Adult Hotline Information:

  • If you suspect there is an emergency requiring immediate intervention, call 911
  • To report suspected elder abuse or neglect call the Adult Services Hotline at (805) 781-1790 during regular business hours, or after business hours call (844) 729-8011
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