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1. How do I apply for Food and Nutrition Services (Food Stamps)

1. In person at Rowan County DSS - 1813 E. Innes St, Salisbury NC, 28146
2. Online at: ePass
3. Fill out a paper application and mail to or drop it off at Rowan County DSS.

2. How do I apply for Medicaid?

There are three ways to apply (one application works for Medicaid and Health Choice).

1. Apply online at ePass.
2. Apply in person at Rowan County Department of Social Services (DSS) 1813 E. Innes Street Salisbury, NC 28146 Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
3. Fill out a paper application and mail to or drop it off at Rowan County DSS or Fax to 1 704-216-7941

Call Rowan County DSS at 704-216-8330 if one of these methods will not work for you.

3. How do I report Child Abuse?

A report may be made in person, by telephone, or in writing to the Department of Social Services in your county. The county phone number for making reports is 704-216-8499. Reports may also be made to the state Child Protective Services Division by calling 800-354-KIDS. The Rowan County address is:
1813 E Innes Street
Salisbury, NC 28146

4. How to become foster parents?

Becoming a foster parent starts with an informational meeting and an application packet. Call us at 704.216.8440 to begin your journey!

5. How to apply for Work First Family Assistance (WFFA)?

To apply for Work First family Assistance, please come into agency to the application window. You must complete an application in person and meet with a caseworker to sign the application

6. How do I apply for Crisis Intervention Program (CIP)?

To apply for the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP), you can apply in person at the Rowan County Department of Social Services 1813 E Innes Street, Salisbury NC 28146 or a phone interview can be completed at 704-216-8330 and the application mailed to you for your signature.  

7. How do I apply for Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)?

To apply for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), you can apply in person at the Rowan County Department of Social Services 1813 E Innes Street, Salisbury NC 28146 or a phone interview can be completed at 704-216-8330 and the application mailed to you for your signature.