The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is tied together by a single mission: to transform lives. Each administration within DSHS has a refined focus on this mission. Individually we have the following missions:
- Aging and Long-term Support Administration – to transform lives by promoting choice, independence and safety through innovative services.
- Behavioral Health Administration – to transform lives by supporting sustainable recovery, independence and wellness.
- Developmental Disabilities Administration – to transform lives by creating partnerships that empower people.
- Division of Vocational Rehabilitation – to transform lives by assisting individuals with disabilities to fully participate in their communities through meaningful employment.
- Economic Services Administration – to transform lives by empowering individuals and families to thrive.
- Facilities, Finance, and Analytics Administration – to transform lives by promoting sound management of Department resources.
- Office of the Secretary – to transform lives by helping those who serve succeed.
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