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About Us
The Department of Human Services (DHS) is an office of the Executive Branch of State Government and is led by a Director appointed by the Governor. The Director also serves as a member of the Governor’s Cabinet. DHS is one of the largest departments in state government comprised of four Divisions: Aging and Disability Services, Child and Family Services, Public and Behavioral Health, and Social Services.
Mission Statement
The Nevada Department of Human Services (DHS) promotes the health and well-being of Nevadans through the delivery or facilitation of essential services to ensure families are strengthened, public health is protected, and individuals achieve their highest level of self-sufficiency.
Helping people. It's who we are and what we do.