Fort Bend County Department of Social Services

Fort Bend County Social Services Department offers many services to the community and residents of Fort Bend County. Our purpose is to provide short-term assistance for emergency needs such as utilities, groceries, medications, and rental/mortgage assistance. The department also assists with pauper burials or cremation services.

Mission Statement The Social Services Department mission is to provide short-term assistance to county residents enabling them to avoid an immediate crisis.


Services:

Emergency Food Assistance

Medication Assistance

Bereavement Services

Utility Assistance

Rent/Mortgage (Shelter) Assistance

Emergency funds available for Veterans when needed

Eligibility

Career Phase:
Discharges Allowed:
Military Branch:
Programs for Family Members:
Service Counties:
  • Fort Bend
Services Category:
  • Basic - Emergency Funds
  • Basic - Food
  • Mental Health
  • MH - Death and Bereavement
VA Disability Rating Requirement:
Vet Plus: