The Licensing Programs Archives provide access to historical licensing-related documents and materials maintained by the Division of Licensing Programs (DOLP) at the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS). These records are preserved for reference and transparency and reflect requirements, guidance and practices in place at the time they were issued.
The Division of Licensing Programs at the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) works to protect the safety, health and well-being of children and adults receiving care in non-medical day facilities and residential programs. The division licenses assisted living facilities, adult day centers, children’s residential facilities and licensed child placing agencies.
This archive helps keep current licensing information focused and easy to find while maintaining access to earlier materials that may be needed for audits, oversight, research or historical context.
For the most current licensing requirements or guidance, please return to the main Licensing Programs section of the site.
Below are archived memos and notices, forms and documents, training resources, and additional resources related to Adult Day Centers. PLEASE NOTE: This archive also contains current documents and resources as we continue to modernize and update our agency’s digital footprint.
Below are archived memos and notices, forms and documents, training resources, and additional resources related to Assisted Living Facilities. PLEASE NOTE: This archive also contains current documents and resources as we continue to modernize and update our agency’s digital footprint.
Below are archived memos and notices, status of applications and licenses reports, forms and documents, training resources, and additional resources related to Children's Residential Facilities. PLEASE NOTE: This archive also contains current documents and resources as we continue to modernize and update our agency’s digital footprint.
Below are archived memos and notices, forms and documents, training resources, and additional resources related to Licensed Child Placing Agencies. PLEASE NOTE: This archive also contains current documents and resources as we continue to modernize and update our agency’s digital footprint.
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