Enhance and sustain the health and welfare of the Community.
The purpose of DHSS is to enhance and sustain the health and welfare of the community. This is achieved via the services; each program within the department has a unique mission, goals, and objectives designed to meet the specific needs of a target population using specialized resources, employee skills, and knowledge. DHSS Administration provides leadership and support to the programs in the planning, development, budgeting, implementation, evolution, and compliance of all programs.