General Information
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Office of the Secretary
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington,
DC 20201
(202) 619 0257
http://www.hhs.gov
Brief Description
DHHS is the principal agency protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves. DHS administers the Older Americans Act of 1965 to assist states and local communities to develop programs for older persons.