West Virginia

Department of Human Services

Department of Human Services

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The West Virginia Department of Human Services promotes a thriving and healthy West Virginia through providing access to critical health care, essential social services and benefits, and trusted information, with a special emphasis on vulnerable populations.

As Cabinet Secretary for the West Virginia Department of Human Services, my focus is on empowering West Virginians to thrive and lead healthy, safe, and independent lives. By implementing a central point for resources, systems, and processes, this can lead to more comprehensive solutions for the people of West Virginia and improve their quality of life.

Under the guidance of Governor Jim Justice, I aim to strengthen safety net programs, expand access to social services, and promote workforce development initiatives to help individuals and families in West Virginia become self-sufficient.

Cynthia Persily

Cynthia Persily, Ph.D.
Cabinet Secretary, West Virginia Department of Human Services


*House Bill 2006, passed during the 2023 Legislative Session, reorganized the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources into three separate departments effective January 1, 2024: West Virginia Department of Health, West Virginia Department of Health Facilities, and West Virginia Department of Human Services.​

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Client Services Hotline (for inquiries for DoHS programs)​
1-800-642-8589
osaclientservices@wv.gov ​​​

News and Announcements

DoHS Places Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center on Provisional License Amid Investigation
10/27/2024
DoHS has placed Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center on provisional license status and reduced the facility’s capacity to zero, effective Sunday, October 27, 2024, following serious non-compliance with State child care licensure regulations....more
DoHS Investigates Allegations of Incident at Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center
10/25/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has launched an immediate investigation in response to allegations of misconduct at Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center, following the circulation of a video on social media....more
West Virginia Department of Human Services Releases Update on Drop in Overdose Deaths
10/23/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) today announced a further reduction in overdose fatalities across the state. ...more
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