Lamar County Department of Human Resources

Human Services in Vernon, Alabama. The Lamar County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is the local office of the Alabama Department of Human Resources serving Lamar 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

Phone: (205) 695-5000

Address: 250 Springfield Road, Vernon, Alabama, 35592

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

Good to know: Lamar County DHR main 205-695-5000 (verified 2026-05-01 via dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/). Director: Randy Shelton - Director. Fax: 205-695-7665. Office address 250 Springfield Road, Vernon, AL 35592. 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 Lamar County Department of Human Resources

How do I contact Lamar County Department of Human Resources?

You can call Lamar County Department of Human Resources at (205) 695-5000 or visit 250 Springfield Road in Vernon, Alabama. Their website is https://dhr.alabama.gov/county-office-contact/.

What services does Lamar County Department of Human Resources offer?

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

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

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Lamar County Department of Human Resources at (205) 695-5000 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

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

Call Lamar County Department of Human Resources at (205) 695-5000 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.