DC Department of Human ServicesHow DC is protecting and supporting those experiencing homelessness during the coronavirus…As part of the Bowser Administration’s efforts to support vulnerable populations, the District has dramatically shifted how we serve those…Apr 20, 20201Apr 20, 20201
DC Department of Human ServicesNina’s Story: Breaking the Cycle of Incarceration through Connections to Treatment Instead of Jail…In the spring of 2018 “Nina” Glover was sleeping in an empty building with no electricity or running water. Born in New York and raised in…Nov 20, 2019Nov 20, 2019
DC Department of Human ServicesSocial Workers Month: Meet DHS Social Worker Ashley WhiteTo commemorate Social Work Month, the DC Department of Human Resources blog spotlights DHS Clinical Social Worker Ashley White, who…Mar 27, 2019Mar 27, 2019
DC Department of Human ServicesThe Downtown Day Services CenterTokyo Dickerson was overcome with emotion as she delivered opening remarks to more than 100 attendees during the ribbon cutting ceremony…Mar 1, 2019Mar 1, 2019
DC Department of Human ServicesThe District Completes Annual Point In Time CountLast week, with the help of The Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness (TCP) and over 300 community volunteers, the…Jan 28, 2019Jan 28, 2019
DC Department of Human ServicesA Christmas Wish: Mayor Bowser Celebrates the Smith Family Receiving “A Home for the Holidays”During a festive celebration, Mayor Bowser and DHS Director Laura Zeilinger joined the Smith family as they signed their lease to a new…Dec 31, 2018Dec 31, 2018
DC Department of Human ServicesImproving the District Approach to Benefits Connections: A more targeted partnership around SOARThe District has a new approach to ensuring that clients experiencing homelessness have access to the vital benefits they are entitled to.Aug 9, 20181Aug 9, 20181
DC Department of Human ServicesThree Years of Progress in Reforming DC’s Family Homeless Services SystemIn 2016, Mayor Bowser launched an eight-ward strategy to close DC General as soon as possible and open smaller, service-enriched…Jul 16, 2018Jul 16, 2018
DC Department of Human ServicesOne Goal: Making it Easier for All Residents to Call DC HomeDeja Owens, a single mother, moved to DC from North Carolina in the hopes of providing a better life for she and her family. After…May 22, 2018May 22, 2018
DC Department of Human ServicesA Fair Shot: Mayor Bowser’s FY 2019 Proposed BudgetMayor Bowser’s FY 2019 Budget demonstrates her leadership and commitment to ensuring all DC residents have a fair shot, making continued…Mar 22, 2018Mar 22, 2018