Georgia DHS

News + information from the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), which comprises Aging Services, Child Support Services, and @GADFCS.

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

Meet today’s #WednesdaysChild, Isaac! This active teen loves physical education class at school. He also enjoys reading comic books, playing video games, and swimming. Learn more about Isaac and how to adopt in Georgia at https://t.co/mWgYCXIjz7!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

DHS offices are closed today in observance of Veterans Day. We are grateful for the sacrifices of the men and women who have defended our nation and its freedoms. Thank you for your service!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

The DHS Office of Inspector General is responsible for establishing intentional program violations (IPV). This is done through a conviction by the courts or an administrative finding. See examples of IPVs below and visit https://t.co/K594hVovH0 to learn more.

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DHS wishes families celebrating across Georgia today a joyful Festival of Lights! Happy Diwali!

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Are you looking for a way to give back this year? You could donate a gift for a person under guardianship with DHS. There are 1,500 adults living under guardianship in the state of Georgia. Learn more: https://t.co/c5gFrZakLT

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Meet Tionna, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This athletic and creative teen loves to craft and study art in school. She also enjoys track and field, playing soccer, and listening to music. Learn more about Tionna and how to adopt in Georgia at https://t.co/mWgYCXIjz7!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

George A. Peach and all of us at DHS wish Georgia’s kids and families a safe and happy Halloween!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

Meet Jo’Kia! She does well in school and enjoys studying math and reading. She loves to spend time with her brother, play basketball and soccer with her friends, and attend camps and church. Learn more about Jo’Kia and adopting in Georgia at https://t.co/hKm2DPwxh8! #WednesdaysChild

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SNAP benefits can only be used to purchase eligible SNAP items as outlined in federal program regulations. Learn more about what you can and cannot purchase with SNAP here: https://t.co/8gV8Y5xlLK.

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The DHS team is grateful for @VP, @OIGUSDA, @NDGAnews, and @FBI for their work prosecuting Mercedes New, a.k.a. Shawty Dred, accused of stealing over $4 million in taxpayer-funded SNAP benefits meant for vulnerable Georgia families.

[Vice President JD Vance @VP]

Vice President JD Vance on alleged fraudster Shawty Dred:

“This is a man that we have connected to $4.4 million in fraud against the SNAP program. A guy who is quite literally taking food from the mouths of children so that he can enrich himself… We have prosecuted this guy and prosecuted so many other fraudsters, and we’re going to keep on doing it. Because one of the most important lessons we can send is that you shouldn’t be able to, and you can’t get rich off of fraud. SNAP exists to help hungry children eat. It does not exist to provide private jets to a guy like Shawty Dred.”

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

Meet Marina, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This future cosmetologist loves to visit with friends and help her foster mother cook. She enjoys dance, cheerleading, and gymnastics. Learn more about Marina and how to adopt in Georgia at https://t.co/mWgYCXIjz7!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

Did you know that people who intentionally violate the SNAP program can be permanently disqualified from participating in the program, be required to pay back all SNAP benefits, and/or face criminal charges? Learn more: https://t.co/K594hVovH0.

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Meet Kainon, today’s #WednesdaysChild! Kainon loves watching basketball and football and is a big fan of the @AtlantaFalcons. He also enjoys spending time with friends at school and studying math. Learn more about Kainon and how to adopt in Georgia at https://t.co/mWgYCXIjz7!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

DHS offices are closed today in observance of Columbus Day. Regular business hours will resume tomorrow, Oct. 13.

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Meet Lacie, today’s #WednesdaysChild! Lacie enjoys going to school and wants to attend college in the future. She loves doing arts and crafts, and learning new recipes to cook with her foster parents. Learn more about Lacie and adopting in Georgia at https://t.co/mWgYCXIjz7!

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Eligibility fraud happens when a SNAP applicant or recipient intentionally provides false information about their financial or household situation to receive SNAP benefits they are not entitled to. Violations may result in program disqualification, financial penalties, and/or criminal prosecution.

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Meet Kalvin, a future firefighter who loves art, and his younger siblings, twins Kendrick and Olivia. Kendrick loves cooking, and Olivia enjoys playing outside with her brothers. Learn more about these siblings and adopting in Georgia at https://t.co/AAId3UncZb! #WedesdaysChild

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

Each September, we recognize Kinship Care Month and celebrate the grandparents, relatives, and family friends who provide a stable, loving home while parents are working toward reunification. Learn about kinship care and our 2026 Kinship Caregivers of the Year in our spotlight: https://t.co/lErePh0yUG

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Meet Kaliyah, today’s #WednesdaysChild! Kaliyah is outgoing and loves board games, dancing, and playing outside. She also enjoys spending time with her peers at school. Learn more about Kaliyah and how to adopt in Georgia at https://t.co/mWgYCXIjz7!

[Georgia DHS @GADHS]

Make a positive difference for people living with dementia in your community by becoming a Dementia Friend! Join our Dementia Friends session on September 25 at noon to learn more. Register here: https://t.co/XLnXjjUMYI