Government of the Virgin Islands of the United States 
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 
Press Contact: 
Ryan Nugent 
Director of Communications 
Phone: (340) 725-4924 
ryan.nugent@dhs.vi.gov 
For Immediate Release: September 15, 2024 
DHS Division of Family Assistance Announces Early Closure of St Thomas Medicaid 
Offices for Training and Staff Development 
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - The Virgin Islands Department of Human Services (DHS) wishes to inform the public 
of the early closure of the St. Thomas Medicaid Office on Thursday, November 21, 2024. The office will close 
from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM to accommodate a team-building exercise and the monthly Eligibility & Enrollment 
staff meeting. 
The early closure will ensure that our team can continue to provide high-quality services to the community 
through enhanced collaboration and staff development. 
Normal operations will resume promptly after 2:00 PM on the same day. DHS appreciates the community's 
understanding and cooperation during this brief interruption.  
 
The Department of Human Services apologizes for any inconvenience that this closure may cause.  
The Department of Human Services (VIDHS) exists to provide social services to members in our 
community with diverse needs.  In times of national uncertainty and hardship we act as a safety-net and 
exist to inspire hope and empower change through non-judgmental, quality delivery of needed services 
and resources.  Please visit the Department of Human Services website, www.dhs.gov.vi or on Facebook 
(https://www.facebook.com/usvidhs).  
The Bryan-Roach Administration is investing in the Territory’s people, infrastructure, and future through 
transparency, stabilizing the economy, restoring trust in the government, and ensuring that recovery 
projects are completed as quickly as possible. Visit transparency.vi.gov. 
 
 
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