Family Services | Family Services

Department of Family Services

Fairfax County, Virginia

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

703-324-7500 | TTY 703-222-9452

DFSinfo@fairfaxcounty.gov

12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035

Michael A. Becketts, Director

WHAT WE DO

The Department of Family Services (DFS) promotes the well-being of the County's diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of children, adults and families through supportive services, education and advocacy. Our services provide the framework for a strong and resilient Fairfax County: safe communities, a thriving economy, excellent schools, and opportunities for everyone to feel connected and engaged.

Department Resources

Important Phone Numbers

Department of Family Services Main Number and Public Assistance Customer Care
703-324-7500; TTY 703-222-9452

Hotlines

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

Other Department of Family Services Numbers

Aging, Disability & Caregiver Resources 703-324-7948; TTY 703-449-1186
Office for Children 703-324-8100; TTY 711
Medicaid Fraud 866-486-1971
Welfare Fraud 703-324-7564

Outside of Department of Family Services

Artemis House (Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence) 703-435-4940; TTY 711
Short-Term, Emergency Help for Basic Needs (Fairfax County Human Services, Coordinated Services Planning) 703-222-0880; TTY 711

Have Basic Questions About the Department of Family Services Programs? Send an Email.