Greensville/Emporia Dept. of Social Services

05/26/2026

"It's going to be the hardest thing you ever do, and the most rewarding." 💙

Ashley and Jon remind us that fostering isn't about being a superhero. It's about stepping in to help a child and their family. Families need normal people, not perfection.

Could fostering be the way you make a difference?
👉 Explore foster care today: Stories.FosterVA.com

Ashley and Jon Lyttle explain how rewarding foster children can be.Learn more about foster care stories and fostering at https://Stories.FosterVA.com.Foster ...

05/20/2026

"Fostering is about the kids going home." 💙

The Lyttles share a common misunderstanding about foster care, that loving a child means holding on at all costs. In reality, fostering means loving deeply while supporting a child's journey back home when it's safe.

Adults can carry the weight of goodbye so children don't have to.

Could fostering be the way you make a difference?
👉 Explore foster care today: Stories.FosterVA.com

2 likes. "The Lyttle Family - “Going Home”"

05/13/2026

"Being ready is not a feeling. It's a decision." 💙

When the Melvins got the call to foster a teenager, they didn't wait to feel ready. They made a decision to show up. What began as an open guest room became a space filled with purpose, connection, and family.

Teens don't need perfection. They need steady adults who listen, encourage, and are willing to walk alongside them.

Could fostering be the way you make a difference?
👉 Explore foster care today: Stories.FosterVA.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pwbuUOMP8Y

05/08/2026

Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services Local Administrative Meeting

The Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services Administrative Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026 @ 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services located at 1100 Greensville County Circle, Emporia, VA 23847.

Please contact the agency at (434) 634-6576 if further information is needed.

05/07/2026

May is Foster Care Awareness Month. 💙

This month, we're sharing stories from foster families across Virginia. Real families. Honest perspectives. No two journeys look the same, but every one of them started with a single step.

Whether you've been thinking about fostering for years or the thought just crossed your mind, these stories are for you.

Could fostering be right for you?
👉 Explore foster care today:

Discover what foster care really looks like through the eyes of families who've lived it. Explore heartfelt stories, honest insights, and practical steps to begin your fostering journey with VDSS.

04/21/2026

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🎡💙 **Join Us for the Child Abuse Prevention Carnival & Walk!** 💙🎡

April is **Child Abuse Prevention Month**, and we invite our community to come together to support and protect our children.

📅 **Saturday, April 25, 2026**
⏰ **10:00 AM – 1:00 PM** *(Please arrive by 9:45 AM)*
📍 **1100 Greensville County Circle, Emporia, VA 23847**

The **Child Abuse Prevention Walk** will begin at **10:00 AM**, and the **Carnival will start shortly after**!

🎪 **Fun for the whole family!**
✨ Games
🎨 Face Painting
🌭 Food *(while supplies last)*
🎈 Activities for all ages

Together, we can make a difference. Every child deserves to be **safe, loved, and protected**. 💙

Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us raise awareness in our community.

📞 **Questions?** Please contact our agency at **434-634-6576**.

04/14/2026

🌟🎉 Join Us for Healthy Kids Day! 🎉🌟

The Family YMCA of Emporia-Greensville is excited to team up with Community Health Action Team (C.H.A.T.) to bring you a morning full of fun, movement, and family-friendly activities! 💪👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Meherrin River Park

✨ Enjoy activities like:
🏃‍♂️ Outdoor fun & fitness
🎯 Games for all ages
🌳 Exploring the park
💃 Family-friendly group activities
…and so much more!

💙 FREE & open to the public! Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate healthy living with us!

Let’s make it a morning full of smiles, movement, and community spirit 💚

03/10/2026

🎡💙 **Join Us for the Child Abuse Prevention Carnival & Walk!** 💙🎡

April is **Child Abuse Prevention Month**, and we invite our community to come together to support and protect our children.

📅 **Saturday, April 25, 2026**
⏰ **10:00 AM – 1:00 PM** *(Please arrive by 9:45 AM)*
📍 **1100 Greensville County Circle, Emporia, VA 23847**

The **Child Abuse Prevention Walk** will begin at **10:00 AM**, and the **Carnival will start shortly after**!

🎪 **Fun for the whole family!**
✨ Games
🎨 Face Painting
🌭 Food *(while supplies last)*
🎈 Activities for all ages

Together, we can make a difference. Every child deserves to be **safe, loved, and protected**. 💙

Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us raise awareness in our community.

📞 **Questions?** Please contact our agency at **434-634-6576**.

12/11/2025

12/09/2025

Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services will be closed Tuesday, December 9, 2025 due to inclement weather.