The Community Services Department mission is to provide assistance to St. Lucie County residents to improve quality of life through information, resources and services. Staff aims to provide customer-focused services to all.

The Community Services Department is comprised of the following divisions:

Human Services Division

The purpose of this division is to improve the quality of life for St. Lucie County residents and help them reach self-sufficiency. With grant funds and community resources, staff work with residents providing them with various services needed to reach independence.

Housing Division

The Housing Division administers multiple state and federal grants for the preservation and creation of affordable housing. Depending on eligibility criteria, grants allow for a variety of services, including repair of health and safety issues for homeowners,  purchase assistance for homebuyers, and the development of affordable housing units. 

The Veterans Services Division provides U.S. Armed Forces veterans and their dependents assistance in obtaining earned Veteran benefits. Veterans are counseled on the rules and regulations governing benefits and providing follow-up action as required.

See Veteran Services for hours of operation and locations.