Phone number for the department of health and human services

Helpful Telephone Numbers

Service Phone Number
DHS HelpLine  1-800-692-7462 (1-800-451-5886 TDD 
for individuals with hearing impairments)
Autism Services 1-866-539-7689
COMPASS/Benefits Helpline (Cash Assistance, SNAP, MA, etc.) 1-800-692-7462
ChildLine (State Child Abuse Registry) 1-800-932-0313
CHIP Helpline 1-800-986-KIDS (1-800-986-5437)
Disability Services 1-800-753-8827
Governor's Office 1-717-787-2500
Estate Recovery Program 1-800-528-3708
Health & Human Services HR Delivery Center 1-717-787-5618
Pharmacy Services 1-800-537-8862, option 1
Secretary of Human Services 1-717-787-2600
Welfare Fraud TipLine 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477)
Child Support Enforcement Helpline   1-800-932-0211

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What We Do

The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen.

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DHHS Administrative Office

109 Capitol Street
Augusta, ME 04333
Phone: (207) 287-3707
Fax: (207) 287-3005
TTY: Maine relay 711

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If you are a member of the news media and need immediate assistance during or outside of business hours, please contact:

Jackie Farwell
Communications Director, Maine Department of Health and Human Services

Robert Long
Communications Director, Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention

(207) 287-9395

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To submit a question or comment concerning any DHHS service or program, please fill out the form below:

Please do not include personal information such as social security number, date of birth, etc.

The Department of Health and Human Services protects the health of all Americans and provides essential human services.

Agency Details

Acronym:

HHS

Website:

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

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Contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Main Address:

200 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20201

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1-877-696-6775

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What does the Texas Health and Human Services do?

HHS works with federally qualified health clinics, medical associations, community partners and local governments to help clients find the health care they need. Aging and Disability Resource Centers can help Texans find personal care, nursing care, help at home and other long-term care services.

What is the purpose of Department of Health?

The Department of Health (DOH) is the principal health agency in the Philippines. It is responsible for ensuring access to basic public health services to all Filipinos through the provision of quality health care and regulation of providers of health goods and services.

What is US Dept HHS Philadelphia PA?

Health and Human Services (HHS) provides leadership and develops strategies to ensure the health and well-being of all Philadelphians. HHS supports collaboration among the following agencies: Philadelphia Department of Public Health. Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services.

What is the fax number for Texas Health and Human Services?

You also can file a complaint with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Civil Rights Office. Email [email protected], call 1-888-388-6332, fax (512) 438-5885, or write Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Civil Rights Office, 701 W. 51st St., MC W206, Austin, Texas 78751.