Community Services Central Region Office – Halifax, NS

Regional Social Support Services

Child, Youth, and Family Support

• Investigation of child protection concerns and safety assessments.
• Administration of foster care and adoption services.
• Support for youth in care and transition to independence.
• coordination of family support services and prevention programs.
• Oversight of residential care facilities for children.
• Delivery of the Disability Support Program (DSP) for the region.

Office Overview

The Central Region District Office of the Department of Community Services, located on Bayers Road, serves as a major administrative and service hub for the Halifax Regional Municipality. This facility is distinct from the smaller neighbourhood intake offices; it houses specialized teams dedicated to complex case management, particularly in the areas of Child Welfare and Disability Support. The staff here work to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable children and adults, operating under the Children and Family Services Act. The office provides a confidential and supportive environment for families undergoing crisis intervention or seeking long-term support plans. 🧸🏠🤝

Disability Support Program

A significant portion of this office’s mandate involves the Disability Support Program (DSP), which serves children and adults with intellectual or physical disabilities, or long-term mental illness. Caseworkers at this location assess eligibility for various residential and community-based support options, ranging from independent living funding to placement in licensed homes for special care. The goal is to help individuals participate as fully as possible in their communities. While Income Assistance inquiries are often directed to the Gottingen Street location, this Bayers Road office manages the broader spectrum of social safety net programs for the central region.