Social Services Office
/ˈsoʊʃəl ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz ˈɒfɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A government or agency office that administers and provides social welfare services and assistance to individuals or families.
The Social Services Office helped the family apply for housing assistance.
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- social services office
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Commentary
Typically refers to local or regional government offices tasked with implementing social welfare laws and policies; precise functions may vary by jurisdiction.
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