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Department of Human Services – U.S. Virgin Islands

WEBWelcome to the Department of Human Services website. It is our pleasure to present a resource of all the programs and services we provide to the people of the Virgin Islands. We care about you, our clients. Therefore, the quality of service we give is of utmost importance to us as a government agency.

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OFFICE OF MEDICAID – Department of Human Services

WEBIt is a federally funded assistance program, operated according to the State Plan which was first approved by the US Department of Health and Human Services, July 1, 1966. Medicaid also supplements the insurance plans provided under Title XVIII (Medicare). Medicaid is the largest source of health insurance in the nation.

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Senior Citizen Affairs – Department of Human Services

WEBThe Pharmaceutical Assistance Program is designed to provide financial assistance to seniors whose income is less than or equal to $18, 000.00 for a single person or $30, 000.00 for a couple, to assist with prescription drug needs. SPAP participants are required to pay an enrollment/identification card fee of $5.00; renewable every five years.

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USVI’s First Ever Digital Security Health Information Exchange

WEBSecurity Health Information Exchange Environmental Scan (USVI eScan 2023) has been completed and is available to the public. Over the last several months, DHS contracted with Community Health IT, Inc. (CommHIT) and conducted the first ever Health Information Exchange eScan. This data will help provide local health-related entities and

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“Working Together to Make A Difference” COVID-19 …

WEBTelehealth is the use of technology for health care appointments and services. It allows you to “see” your doctor without having to go to the doctor’s office. You can use telehealth to receive many services such as physical therapy, counseling or diabetes care. It is a Medicaid covered benefit. Telehealth is an important way to stay healthy

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For Immediate Release: 23 August2022 HERBERT GRIGG …

WEBtreatment to the affected clients. HGH also receivedimmediateassistance from the Department of Health ’s Epidemiology team, to ensure the proper COVID-19 measures were being implemented at the site and to make sure individual medical assessments were being completedin effort to isolate further infections.

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Government of the Virgin Islands of the United States …

WEBdue to the ending of the Public Health Emergency, which had previously prohibitedstates and . territories from disenrolling people from Medicaid, we are now required to begin the renewal . process. Those identified Medicaid members who have not completed their renewal process by June 30. th, 2023, will lose their benefits and will have to re-apply.

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QUEEN LOUISE HOME FOR THE AGED CONFIRMS 2 …

WEBNursing staff, in addition to support from the Department of Health and Pafford Medical Services. On Sunday, staff and residents at the facility were tested for the virus, no new infections were found. Another round of campus wide testing and individual medical assessments will commence on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

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Determine Your Nutritional Health -- American Academy of …

WEBEating too little and eating too much both lead to poor health. Eating the same foods day after day or not eating fruit, vegetables, and milk products daily will also cause poor nutritional health. One in five adults skip meals daily. Only 13% of adults eat the minimum amount of fruit and vegetables needed. One in four older adults drink too

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Certification of Health Care Provider for U.S. Department of …

WEBFor FMLA purposes, a “serious health condition” means an illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves inpatient care or continuing treatment by a health care provider. For more information about the definitions of a serious health condition under the FMLA, see the chart on page 4. You may, but are . not required

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FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM – Department of Human Services

WEBSNAP is a federal program that provides food-purchasing assistance for low- and no-income people. SNAP provides benefits to eligible individuals and families via an Electronic Benefits Transfer Card ( EBT ). This card can be used like a debit card to purchase eligible food in authorized retail food stores. The income chart listed below provides

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OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER – Department of Human Services

WEBMembers of the Commission Board include the Department of Human Services Commissioner, as the Executive Secretary, the Attorney General and The Commissioners of Health and Public Safety. In fiscal year 2005, 56 new claims were reported to this office. Forty one were approved and five were denied.

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PRESS RELEASE VI DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES …

WEBnew health and wellness initiative dubbed ‘Our Best Life’.” The initiative was announced during a weekly press conference at Government House last week. The “Our Best Life ” initiative is being spearheaded by the Human Services Department in partnership with Sports, Parks, and Recreation, and is meant to facilitate activities

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SERVICES – Department of Human Services

WEB1303 Hospital Ground. Knud Hansen Complex / Building A. St. Thomas, VI 00802. (340) 774-0930.

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DHS Office of Child Care and Regulatory Services Announces …

WEBHealth & Safety. enabling childcare providers to implement measures that enhance the , overall well-being and security of the children in their programs. Interested providers can access the grant applications through the VIDHS website, at .

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Residential Services – Department of Human Services

WEBThis office leads and manages specified residential services for clients of the departments of Human Services, Education and Health ( DOH) to consolidate funds and avoid duplication of functions. All services are provided through Professional Services Contracts between the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands and private corporations.

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Division of Intervention & Prevention Services – Department of …

WEBThe Division of Intervention and Prevention Services (DIPS), formerly called the Division of Juvenile Justice, serves youth at risk for violating the law. This at-risk population includes youth with behavioral difficulties, persons in need of supervision (PINS), adjudicated youth and those minors remanded to Youth Rehabilitation Center (YRC).The staff of DIPS …

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ABOUT – Department of Human Services

WEBDHS Head Quarters in St. John. Cruz Bay, St. John. Phone (340) 776-6334. Fax (340) 779-4097.

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CONTACT US – Department of Human Services

WEB1303 Hospital Ground Knud Hansen Complex Building A St. Thomas, VI 00802. Phone: (340) 774-0930

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CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES – Department of Human Services

WEBThe Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is the division at the Department of Human Services (DHS) that provides services for children that need the protection of DHS due to elevated risk for child abuse and neglect. The Division of Children and Family Services consists of: Protective Unit, which provides in-home services to families to …

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