Department of Family Services Hotlines (Available 24 Hours)
Child Protective Services Hotline 703-324-7400
Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline 703-360-7273; TTY 711
Adult Protective Services Hotline 703-324-7450; TTY 711
We’re Here for You!
Whether you need food, medical, housing, child care, or financial assistance, DFS can help. Learn more about our wide variety of programs to support you and your family.
Learn About Our Programs and Services
Basic Needs and Health & Human Services
Child Care Assistance Program
Children's Services Act
Children, Youth and Families
Domestic and Sexual Violence Services
Employment and Training
Financial and Medical Assistance
Older Adults Services
People with Disabilities
Looking for Emergency Assistance?
Get help with emergency food, shelter, clothing, healthcare, employment, financial assistance and other needs.
- Phone: 703-222-0880
- Web: Fairfaxcounty.gov/NCS
Connect with DFS
Stay connected with the Department of Family Services (DFS) through an array of newsletters that focus on a variety of topics including, career resources, parenting tips, information for older adults and caregivers and so much more!
Volunteer and Donate
Work directly with the people we serve or help "behind the scenes" with tasks such as mailings and clerical assistance. Make a donation or sponsor an event. We have something for everyone!
Top Articles and Resources
Summer fun in the sun is something many of us look forward to all year! Unfortunately, summer activities also come with some seasonal risks to keep in mind. The Parenting Education Programs has gathered some tips from safety experts to help you keep your children safe for many summers to come. Check out these ways to help prevent avoidable accidents.
Saturdays, Sept. 13 & 20, 2025
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fairfax County Health Department Kelly Square
Rowland Training Rooms A&B
10777 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22030
Registration for the fall session of Sexual Violence Tier 1, a 16-hour training on understanding sexual violence, systems responding to sexual violence in Fairfax County, and resources available in our community, is now open. For full credit, all 16 hours must be completed. This training is free, but registration is required. Questions? Contact Victoria Nevel-Babla.
Looking for ways to make an impact? The Public Assistance and Employment Services team wants to partner with you to spread the word about our benefits and employment programs to more people in the community. PAES will come to your school, business, or nonprofit to share information and answer questions about programs like SNAP or Medicaid that help adults and families reach financial stability. Send a request now to get us on your calendar!
Work for DFS
Learn about employment opportunities in DFS.