Surry County DSS released from state corrective action for child welfare
Aug 17, 2026
Social Services Director Sharon Schueneman reported the County met requirements of a corrective action plan and received a state letter confirming release; staff recruitment and continued improvements were described.
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Sharon Schueneman, Social Services Director, told the Board that Surry County’s Child Welfare division successfully completed its corrective action plan and received written confirmation from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services that the county "met all requirements and is released from the corrective action plan." Schueneman read part of the State's letter commending improvements in practice and a safety‑focused culture and thanked staff for their work.
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