Definitions and Data Sources

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This page explains the data used in the LDSS Annual Profile Report. It also defines key terms to help you understand the information.

Household Income

ایلس گھرانے

Source: United Way of Northern New Jersey 

ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.

These are working households that earn above the federal poverty level but still struggle to afford basic needs.

Data is updated every two to three years at the county level.

Population

Population Estimates

Source: University of Virginia, Weldon Cooper Center 

These estimates show how many people live in an area as of July 1 each year.

They are based on U.S. Census Bureau data.

Race and ethnicity are reported separately. Earlier data grouped some populations into an “other” category.

غربت

Poverty Rate

Source: U.S. Census Bureau 

This shows the number of people living below the federal poverty level.

Estimates are created each year for states and counties.

ملازمت

Unemployment Rate

Source: Virginia Works 

The data comes from national labor surveys and unemployment claims.

Reports are released several months after the year ends and may be updated over time.

ہیلتھ انشورنس

Uninsured Population

Source:  U.S. Census Bureau 

The data shows the number of people under age 65 without health insurance. Federal poverty level is used to compare income to need.

 

خاندانی خدمات

Children in Foster Care

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف سوشل سروسز

The data shows the number of children in foster care on June 30.

Children Adopted

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف سوشل سروسز

The data counts children who moved from foster care to adoption during the year.

گود لینے میں مدد

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف سوشل سروسز

The data shows how many children received adoption support at the end of the year.

Child Protective Services Referrals

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف سوشل سروسز

The data counts children involved in confirmed referrals during the year.

Adult Protective Services Reports

Source: ورجینیا محکمہ برائے عمر رسیدہ اور بحالی کی خدمات 

The data shows the number of adults reported each quarter. It includes both confirmed and unconfirmed reports.

بینیفٹ پروگرامز

Applications Received and Processed

Source: Virginia Department of Social Services Data Warehouse

The data shows how many applications were submitted and processed for benefits.

Clients Receiving Benefits

Source: Virginia Department of Social Services Data Warehouse

The data counts the number of people who received benefits during the year. Only individuals approved for benefits are included.

“Any benefit” includes:

  • ضرورت مند خاندانوں کے لیے عارضی امداد (TANF)
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or
  • میڈیکیڈ

Race and ethnicity are reported separately. Some data may be listed as “unknown” if information is missing.

Households Receiving Benefits

Source: Virginia Department of Social Services Data Warehouse

The data shows the number of households receiving benefits each year.

توانائی کی مدد

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف سوشل سروسز

The data shows how many households received help with heating, cooling or emergency needs.

Programs are offered at different times of the year:

  • Cooling: Summer
  • Heating: Fall and winter
  • Crisis support: Year-round

Case Counts by Locality

Source: Virginia Department of Social Services Data Warehouse

The data shows the number of cases by program for each county and city. Some programs are listed separately for clarity.

سماجی خدمات کے اخراجات

Spending by Program and Source

Source: Virginia Department of Social Services, Annual Master Financial Statement by Locality

The data shows how local agencies spend funds on:

  • Staff and operations
  • Administrative costs
  • Services for clients
  • فوائد

Funding sources include federal, state, local, and special funds. Special funds include federal support provided during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Staffing

Vacancy Rates

Source: Virginia Department of Social Services Human Resources

The data shows the number of open positions compared to total positions. This includes full-time and part-time roles. Volunteer and invalid positions are not included. You can view staffing data by month and year.

Birth Data

Non-Marital Births

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف ہیلتھ

The data shows births to women who were not married at the time of birth. Rates are based on total births. Small data counts may be hidden to protect privacy.

Teen Births

Source: ورجینیا ڈیپارٹمنٹ آف ہیلتھ

The data shows births to individuals ages 10 to 19. Rates are calculated based on the teen population. Small data counts may be hidden or should be reviewed with care.

Children in Single-Parent Households

Source: U.S. Census Bureau 

The data shows the number of children under age 18 living with one parent.