Mission Statement
The mission of the Craig County Department of Social Services is to assist the agency’s clients in overcoming adverse circumstances in order to triumph over difficult situations caused by poverty, abuse and neglect, in order that they can meet their basic human needs. It is the intent of the Craig County Department of Social Services to provide our citizens with access to adequate, affordable, high quality human/social services. It is the department’s goal to provide these services in a courteous and friendly manner, and to empower our citizens to be the best they can be.
Contact Information:
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 330, New Castle, VA 24127
Physical Address: 177 Court Street, New Castle, VA 24127
Phone: (540) 864-5117
Fax: (540) 864-6662
Director:
Pat Franklin
Phone: (540) 864-5117 ext. 237
Email: pat.franklin@dss.virginia.gov
Administrative Board
The department’s activities are overseen by an administrative board appointed by the Craig County Board of Supervisors. The Social Services Board meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. The meetings are held in the Social Services Office conference room. The current board members are:
- Barbara Davis, Chair New Castle District
- Jenette McClanahan, Co Chair New Castle District
- Susan Dillion, Member Potts Mountain District
- Angela Huffman Simmonsville District
- Angela Gardner Craig Creek District
Craig County Children’s Services Act Documents (click here)
