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The mission of the Department of Social and Health Services is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in need. We help people achieve safe, self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

We set our goals through the strategic planning process, and monitor our performance to generate new solutions through accountability discussions with the Governor and our management team. The following are the most recent reports.

Priorities of Government DSHS Strategic Goals DSHS Accountability Reports
Improve the Health of Washingtonians Improve Health Care Quality and Access

Improve Treatment for Mental Health Illness and Chemical Dependency		 Medical Assistance

Mental Health

Drug & Substance Abuse
Improve the Security of Vulnerable Children and Adults Improve Children's Safety and Well-Being

Improve Long-Term Care		 Vulnerable Adults

Vulnerable Children
Improve Economic Vitality - WorkFirst Program Improve Employment and Self-Sufficiency Basic Food

Child Support

Self-Sufficiency

Vocational Rehabilitation
Improve the Safety of People and Property Use Effective Treatment to Enhance Outcomes Juvenile Rehabilitation

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Modified: February 22, 2008.    For more ways to get in touch with the Department of Social and Health Services go to the DSHS Contact Information web page. Technical Site Comments: DSHS Webmaster.