departments & agencies
department of social services
40 Coxe Avenue
Asheville, NC 28802
(828) 250-5500
Social Services News
Did You Know That November is National Adoption Month?
The 2009 National Adoption Month website from Child Welfare Information Gateway is now live.
Foster/Adopt Fall Festival - Nov. 14
Children who age out of foster care without being adopted have a very high chance of ending up homeless or in the prison system within a year after leaving foster care. Come learn how you can change a child’s life forever.
Energy Assistance Program - Apply November 2 - 13
Low income energy assistance program will be taking applications November 2 - 13.
Food Assistance Customer Service Team Receives Award
Buncombe County’s Food Assistance Customer Service Team was one of 10 county teams in N.C. that were recognized and rewarded for their innovative initiatives at the NCACC’s 102nd Annual Conference.
The Mission of the Buncombe County Department of Social Services is to provide Buncombe citizens resources and services to maximize their well-being and self-determination.
We aim to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable citizens, as well as, promote self-reliance and self-sufficiency for individuals and families. Our staff is committed to providing Buncombe's diverse population with effective services in a timely and respectful manner.
Human Services Annual Report
Download the report here. [PDF 3MB]
Budget Guides
Aging Services Information
Find out about aging services in Buncombe County.
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Contact Info
Amanda Stone
Director / Assistant County Manager
(828) 250-5587
Address:
40 Coxe Avenue
PO Box 7408
Asheville NC 28802
(828) 250-5500
Fax: 250-6235
For a listing of county-wide programs & services offered by Buncombe County Government, please visit our Services section.
Imagine Our Community Without Buncombe County Human Services
Take a look at this presentation about what Human Services provides the residents of Buncombe County. (Requires Windows Media Player)
Are you tough enough?
