Cherokee County Department of Human Resources

Human Services in Centre, Alabama. The Cherokee County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving Cherokee County residents. The county DHR is the umbrella human-services office that delivers Alabama's state-administered safety-net programs at the community level: Family Assistance (TANF) cash aid, the Food Assistance (SNAP) program, child-care subsidies, Child Prote

Phone: (256) 927-1440

Address: 202 Dean Buttram Sr. Avenue, Centre, Alabama, 35960

Website: https://dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/

Good to know: Cherokee County DHR main 256-927-1440 (verified 2026-05-01 via dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/). Director: Brittany Stevens - Director (Interim). Fax: 256-927-2798. Office address 202 Dean Buttram Sr. Avenue, Centre, AL 35960. Standard hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday (closed state holidays). Statewide ADHR Adult Abuse Hotline 1-800-458-7214; Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline 1-866-4

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Frequently asked questions about Cherokee County Department of Human Resources

How do I contact Cherokee County Department of Human Resources?

You can call Cherokee County Department of Human Resources at (256) 927-1440 or visit 202 Dean Buttram Sr. Avenue in Centre, Alabama. Their website is https://dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/.

What services does Cherokee County Department of Human Resources offer?

The Cherokee County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving Cherokee County residents. The county DHR is the umbrella human-services office that delivers Alabama's state-administered safety-net programs at the community level: Family Assistance (TANF) cash aid, the Food Assistance (SNAP) program, child-care subsidies, Child Protective Services and foster care, Adult Protective Services for vulnerable adults,

Are services at Cherokee County Department of Human Resources free or low-cost?

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Cherokee County Department of Human Resources at (256) 927-1440 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Cherokee County Department of Human Resources offer services in other languages?

Call Cherokee County Department of Human Resources at (256) 927-1440 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.