Department of Human Services

DHS and CAA are being consolidated

Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez recently announced his plan to reduce the number of County departments.

“The Community Action and Human Services Department combines the Community Action Agency and the Department of Human Services. The combination of these departments will streamline the delivery of resources to targeted communities including children, seniors and families through advocacy, education and service delivery."

Mission Statement

To provide comprehensive social services to assist children, juveniles, adults, elderly, and families to attain self-sufficiency, to function independently, and to lead productive lives. 

Vision Statement

"Delivering Excellence Every Day"

Core Values

• Customer Focused and Results Oriented
• Trustworthy and Accountable
• Diverse and Sensitive
• Efficient and Effective
• Innovative
• Committed to Excellent Service
• Valued and Respected Employees

Child Care Waiting List and Applications

Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services and the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe, Inc. jointly provide child care services for children ages 0 to 5 years of age.  To apply for this service, click the link below:

• Single Point of Entry (SPE)- Child Care Waiting List

Child Care Application
Download the Child Care Application click link below:

• ChildCare Application
• Verification of Employment 

Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Application

Download the 2011-2012 Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Application click link below:

• 2011-2012 VPK Application 

Privacy Statement:  Community Action and Human Services values its relationship with the targeted population served and is committed to the protection of their personal information. Accordingly, we adhere to all Federal, State and Local privacy laws.