Dss latest news

DSS (Department of Social Services) is a government agency responsible for providing various social services to citizens. Here are some of the latest news and updates from DSS:

National News

  1. New Funding for Homeless Services: The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a new funding opportunity for organizations providing services to homeless individuals and families. The funding is part of the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program, which aims to reduce homelessness and provide supportive services to those in need. (Source: HHS.gov)
  2. Expansion of Medicaid Services: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced plans to expand Medicaid services to more low-income individuals and families. The expansion is part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and aims to provide health coverage to millions of Americans. (Source: CMS.gov)
  3. New Guidance on Child Welfare Services: The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has released new guidance on child welfare services, including requirements for states to provide services to children and families affected by the opioid crisis. (Source: ACF.gov)

State and Local News

  1. California DSS Launches New Online Portal: The California Department of Social Services (DSS) has launched a new online portal for individuals and families to access social services, including CalFresh, CalWORKs, and Medi-Cal. (Source: California DSS)
  2. New York DSS Announces Funding for Homeless Services: The New York State Department of Social Services (DSS) has announced funding for organizations providing services to homeless individuals and families in New York City. (Source: New York DSS)
  3. Texas DSS Launches New Child Support Program: The Texas Department of Social Services (DSS) has launched a new child support program aimed at increasing collections and providing more support to families. (Source: Texas DSS)

Research and Policy Updates

  1. New Study on Child Poverty: A new study by the National Center for Children in Poverty (NCCP) has found that child poverty rates have increased in the US, with nearly 1 in 5 children living in poverty. (Source: NCCP.org)
  2. New Policy Brief on Medicaid Expansion: A new policy brief by the Kaiser Family Foundation has analyzed the impact of Medicaid expansion on health outcomes and access to care. (Source: Kaiser Family Foundation)
  3. New Report on Foster Care: A new report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation has found that the foster care system is struggling to provide adequate support to children and families, with many youth aging out of care without stable housing or employment. (Source: Annie E. Casey Foundation)

These are just a few examples of the latest news and updates from DSS. If you're looking for more information, I recommend checking out the websites of your state or local DSS agency, as well as national organizations and research centers.