To ensure that all Hampton Families are able to become healthy and self-sufficient.

• Empower families and children to escape the long-term effects of poverty
• Protect abused or neglected children and adults
• Support families for health child development

Walt Credle has headed the Hampton Department of Social Services since 1990. Before coming to Hampton he served in three other local social service agencies as a Director, Assistant Director, Planning Specialist, Social Worker and Eligibility Worker. >> more

Recipients of the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families and Food Stamp program who could become self-sufficient are enrolled in education, training, work experience, job search and/or other employability enhancement activities. >> more

Provides financial assistance to eligible families with children. The family receives a monthly cash payment to meet their basic needs. Eligibility is based on income, non-financial criteria and family size. >> more