DeKalb County Department of Human Resources

Human Services in Fort Payne, Alabama. The DeKalb County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving DeKalb 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 Protectiv

Phone: (256) 844-2700

Address: 2301 Briarwood Ave South, Fort Payne, Alabama, 35967

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

Good to know: DeKalb County DHR main 256-844-2700 (verified 2026-05-01 via dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/). Director: Kristen Richards - Director. Fax: 256-844-2771. Office address 2301 Briarwood Ave South, Fort Payne, AL 35967. 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 1-866-425-5437 (1-

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Frequently asked questions about DeKalb County Department of Human Resources

How do I contact DeKalb County Department of Human Resources?

You can call DeKalb County Department of Human Resources at (256) 844-2700 or visit 2301 Briarwood Ave South in Fort Payne, Alabama. Their website is https://dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/.

What services does DeKalb County Department of Human Resources offer?

The DeKalb County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving DeKalb 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, chi

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

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call DeKalb County Department of Human Resources at (256) 844-2700 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

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

Call DeKalb County Department of Human Resources at (256) 844-2700 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.