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2009 Utah Centenarian Celebration
Lt. Governor and Mrs. Gary Herbert hosted the 23rd Centenarian Celebration on June 26th at the Utah State Capital. Allan C. Jackson, age 106 was the oldest in attendance. The youngest attendee, Mrs. Fern West, will turn 100 this year.
Click here to read more about the celebration.
Click here to browse pictures of the event.

What should disability services look like in Utah?
DHS Executive Director Lisa-Michele Church was asked to present ideas to the Legislature concerning the recent budget cuts to disability services. She explained to the Health and Human Services Interim Committee on June 17 just exactly what services are being cut and who is affected. The Committee then discussed where the state is headed in terms of future cuts and policy decisions that need to be made.
Click here to view the presentation made by Lisa-Michele Church...
Click here to listen to the audio from the June 17 Committee hearing...

Swine Flu Information
The Utah Department of Health is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as with local health departments, government officials and other partners to coordinate response to this situation.
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Friday Building and Office Closures
On August 4, 2008, Utah Department of Human Services implemented the “Working 4 Utah” initiative. As a result, our standard business hours are now Monday - Thursday, 7 AM - 6 PM.

If you have questions about this change or the services we provide, call 801-538-4001 or click here for email, fax and address information. To learn about the services that will still be provided on Friday, click on the header or logo above. Should you require immediate assistance or have basic questions on Fridays, please call 801-520-2777.

March 2009 Department Newsletter
Published monthly, our newsletter highlights various accomplishments, events and training opportunities.

Questions About……

Child Support Payment or Verification, Paternity Establishment?
Call 1-800-662-8525 or send email to Catherine Taylor

Financial Aid, Eligibility Verification or Food Stamps?
Call 1-877-817-1800 or click here

Adoption?
Call 801-265-0444 or visit www.adoptex.org

Background Checks and Licensing?
Call 801-538-4242 or send email to Ken Stettler

Contacting a patient at Utah State Hospital?
Call 801-344-4400 or get more information here.

Reporting child abuse or neglect?
Call 1-800-678-9399 or find a location near you.

Reporting elder or vulnerable adult abuse, neglect or exploitation?
Call 1-800-371-7897 or submit a referral.