Department Of Human Services


The purpose of the department is reflected in its mission statement: “The Tennessee Department of Human Services’ mission is to offer temporary economic assistance, work opportunities and protective services to improve the lives of Tennesseans.” The various programs to meet this mission are Families First, food stamps, and adult protective services.

Services

Shirley Lockett Black, Field Management Director
795 Tennessee St
PO Box 247
Bolivar TN 38008

Phone: (731) 658-5545
Fax: (731) 658-1559

Lisa Griffin
Field Supervisor 1

Upcoming Events

December 9, 2025

Meeting Notice

Special Called Meeting to approval lawsuit settlement, 7 p.m. on December 9, 2025, at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd floor, 100 N. Main St., Bolivar. The public is invited to attend.

October 9, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

Budget Committee will meet on Thursday, October 9th at 5 p.m. in the Hardeman County Courthouse conference room.

January 6, 2026

Hardeman County Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting

The Hardeman County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 4 p.m. on January 6, 2026 at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd floor, 100 N. Main St., Bolivar. The public is invited to attend.

January 13, 2026

Hardeman County Planning Commission Meeting

The Hardeman County Planning Commission will meet at 4 p.m. on January 13, 2026 at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd floor, 100 N. Main St., Bolivar. Public is invited to attend.