NC DHHS: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

NCDHHS Strategic Priorities

NCDHHS is focusing on three priorities through 2024: Investing in behavioral health and resilience, supporting child and family well-being and building a strong and inclusive workforce. These priorities are grounded in whole-person health and equity and cut across a broader strategic plan that NCDHHS uses to drive effective operations and measure the impact of services provided throughout the state.

More People Can Now Get Health Coverage Through NC Medicaid

North Carolina has expanded health care coverage to more people. Medicaid pays for doctor visits, emergency care, mental health, prescriptions and more – at little to no cost to those enrolled.

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Mental Health Town Halls

DHHS is committed to speaking with individuals in communities across the state about North Carolina’s behavioral health needs and key department initiatives through mental health town halls, as improving behavioral health and resilience is a top priority for department.

Fall COVID-19 Vaccine and Annual Flu Shot

Protect yourself and your family with a fall COVID-19 vaccine and annual flu shot. Both protect against severe illness and are available your local pharmacies and health providers.

Data Dashboards, Action Plans/White Papers

A central hub where you can view the current NCDHHS Data Dashboards and Action Plans/White Papers.

The North Carolina 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, advocacy groups, local, state and federal entities and many other stakeholders to make this happen. Learn More About the Department

Each county in North Carolina has a local social services agency available to answer questions. They should also be your first call if you suspect a child is being abused or neglected. We're here to help you find contact information for your local county office. Local County Offices

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Child Care Provider Search

Medical Eye Care Program

Independent Living for People with Disabilities

Children's Services

Deaf-Blind Services

Disability Services

Hearing Loss

Low-Income Services

Medicaid

Mental Health and Substance Use

Reproductive Health Services

Refugee Services

Aging and Adult Services

Guardianship

Veteran's Services

Vision Loss

Vital Records

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