Etowah County Department of Human Resources

Human Services in Gadsden, Alabama. The Etowah County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving Etowah 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) 622-8300

Address: 210 Hoke Street, Gadsden, Alabama, 35903

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

Good to know: Etowah County DHR main 256-622-8300 (verified 2026-05-01 via dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/). Director: Teresa T. Sauls - Director. Fax: 256-622-8238. Office address 210 Hoke Street, Gadsden, AL 35903. 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 (1-866-4AL-KIDS)

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Frequently asked questions about Etowah County Department of Human Resources

How do I contact Etowah County Department of Human Resources?

You can call Etowah County Department of Human Resources at (256) 622-8300 or visit 210 Hoke Street in Gadsden, Alabama. Their website is https://dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/.

What services does Etowah County Department of Human Resources offer?

The Etowah County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving Etowah 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 Etowah County Department of Human Resources free or low-cost?

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Etowah County Department of Human Resources at (256) 622-8300 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

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

Call Etowah County Department of Human Resources at (256) 622-8300 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.