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OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

The Department of Human services is the largest state agency in Oklahoma. DHS provides a wide range of assistance programs to help Oklahomans in need including: food benefits (SNAP); temporary cash assistance (TANF); services for persons with developmental disabilities and persons who are aging; adult protective services; child welfare programs; child support services; and child care assistance, licensing and monitoring. DHS also handles applications and eligibility for Sooner Care, the state’s Medicaid program offering health care to families with low incomes. 

Function: Social Service. TO help individuals and Family in need help themselves lead safer, healthier, and more independent and productive lives.

Mission: Improve the quality of life of vulnerable Oklahomans by increasing people’s ability to lead safe, healthier, more independent

Vision: Provides help and offers hope to vulnerable Oklahomans through stronger practices, involved communities, and caring and engaged workforce.

Values:

· Safety

· Integrity

· Professionalism

· Compassion