Department of Health and Human Services Publishes 2020 Overview
Contacts:
Deonna Kirkpatrick (216) 432-3342; deonna.kirkpatrick@jfs.ohio.gov
Annual report highlights work and initiatives of eight divisions
CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OH - Every year, the Cuyahoga County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) publishes an overview of its progress and initiatives in serving our residents. The Department’s 2020 Overview takes a look at the many ways the agency’s eight divisions shifted work methods to keep the focus on serving the County’s children, families, older adults and adults with disabilities in need while responding to COVID-19 protocols to keep both residents and employees safe.
“The work we do throughout our human services divisions impacts every person in our county,” County Executive Armond Budish said. “We strengthen, support, and serve families, from those with infants who need day care to seniors who want to stay in their homes. Our work never stopped, and this report demonstrates results and dedication.”
“COVID-19 has changed the ways we live and work, and the Department of Health and Human Services has played a huge role in responding to the pandemic, working every day in the community, doing our job—even as that job has changed,” said David Merriman, DHHS Director. “I am especially grateful for the essential workers who have continued to make in-person visits to ensure that our residents are safe and healthy. You are heroes in my mind.”
The 2020 Overview highlights DHHS’ accomplishments last year including:
The 2020 Overview can be accessed here. For questions about the Overview contact hhscommunications@jfs.ohio.gov. For more information on DHHS’ programs and services, visit hhs.cuyahogacounty.us.
Deonna Kirkpatrick (216) 432-3342; deonna.kirkpatrick@jfs.ohio.gov
Annual report highlights work and initiatives of eight divisions
CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OH - Every year, the Cuyahoga County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) publishes an overview of its progress and initiatives in serving our residents. The Department’s 2020 Overview takes a look at the many ways the agency’s eight divisions shifted work methods to keep the focus on serving the County’s children, families, older adults and adults with disabilities in need while responding to COVID-19 protocols to keep both residents and employees safe.
“The work we do throughout our human services divisions impacts every person in our county,” County Executive Armond Budish said. “We strengthen, support, and serve families, from those with infants who need day care to seniors who want to stay in their homes. Our work never stopped, and this report demonstrates results and dedication.”
“COVID-19 has changed the ways we live and work, and the Department of Health and Human Services has played a huge role in responding to the pandemic, working every day in the community, doing our job—even as that job has changed,” said David Merriman, DHHS Director. “I am especially grateful for the essential workers who have continued to make in-person visits to ensure that our residents are safe and healthy. You are heroes in my mind.”
The 2020 Overview highlights DHHS’ accomplishments last year including:
- The Division of Children and Families’ work handling over 32,000 calls to our hotline for possible child protection cases, outfitting more than 1,100 children with backpacks and school supplies, finalizing 122 adoptions and distributing nearly $40,000 in emergency assistance to families in crisis;
- Cuyahoga Job and Family Services’ work responding to over 600,000 calls for food, medical and emergency assistance, and partnerships connecting residents to over $1.2 million in stimulus payments;
- The Division of Senior and Adult Services’ work in providing nearly 500,000 meals and over 120,000 hours of programming for older adults and adults with disabilities;
- The Office of Child Support Services’ new mobile app launch and statewide performance recognition;
- And updates from the Office of Early Childhood (Invest in Children), Office of Homeless Services, the Office of Reentry Services and HHS’ administrative divisions.
The 2020 Overview can be accessed here. For questions about the Overview contact hhscommunications@jfs.ohio.gov. For more information on DHHS’ programs and services, visit hhs.cuyahogacounty.us.