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FAMIS - Bristol, Washington County Social Services

15068 Lee Highway, Suite 100, Bristol, VA 24202

Eligibility

Criteria for Child Abuse Alleged victim is under the age of 18 at the time of the report Alleged abuser is in a caretaking role Alleged abuse or neglect meets the definition of abuse or neglect as defined by the CPS laws, regulations and policy The Virginia Department of Social Services local agency has jurisdiction to respond to the report
https://www.dss.virginia.gov

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Walk-ins and telephone referrals. Screen for eligibility and apply online at: commonhelp.virginia.gov or call the enterprise call center.

Service area

Bristol City, VA

Description

Helps families provide health insurance, including dental coverage, to children younger than age 19. The FAMIS MOMS program provides health care coverage for pregnant women. Encourages pregnant women to get early and regular prenatal care. FAMIS Select helps families pay for private or employer-sponsored health insurance. At least one child must already be enrolled in FAMIS before the family can enroll in FAMIS Select. Allows families to choose between covering their children through FAMIS or through a private or employer sponsored health plan. Dental services for children enrolled in FAMIS or FAMIS Plus are provided through the Smiles For Children program. The Smiles For Children program encourages good dental health and recommends regular check ups. Children's medical services covered by FAMIS include: doctor visits * well baby checkups * hospital visits * vaccinations * prescription medicine * tests and x-rays * dental care * emergency care * vision care * mental health care * well child checkups.

Providing organization

Washington County Social Services

Provides assistance to citizens of Washington County with programs fighting poverty, neglect, and abuse, and strengthening community and self sufficiency.