What We Do
The Secretary of Health and Human Resources oversees twelve state agencies which provide often-vital services to Virginians. Individuals with disabilities, the aging community, low-income working families, children, caregivers and the provider network are supported through the work of this Secretariat.
In addition, our agencies license health practitioners and ensure safe drinking water in the Commonwealth.
High Risk Pool / Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan
The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan was created to make health insurance available to you if you have had a problem getting insurance due to a pre-existing condition. If you live in Virginia and are interested in finding out more information about the plan, please visit: www.pcip.gov or call: 1-866-717-5826 (TTY 1-866-561-1604).
Latest News 
Governor McDonnell Announces Settlement Agreement With the U.S. Department of Justice on Virginia's Intellectual and Developmental Disability System
Governor Bob McDonnell announced today that a settlement agreement has been reached between the Commonwealth and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding Virginia's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the 1999 Supreme Court decision in the Olmstead case.more...
Governor McDonnell Announces "Governor's Bowl" Food and Fund Drive
In an address to the Virginia Chamber of Commerce's "Chamber Day at the Capitol," Governor Bob McDonnell today announced the "Governor's Bowl" food and fund drive. The "Governor's Bowl" campaign will run from Memorial Day to Independence Day, helping to keep Virginia's food banks stocked during the summer months, which are typically slower for food donations. Governor McDonnell will personally deliver awards to the winning chamber offices after the conclusion of the first "Governor's Bowl."more...
