human services

American  

plural noun

1. programs or facilities for meeting basic health, welfare, and other needs of a society or group, as people who are poor, sick, or elderly.

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Etymology

Origin of human services

First recorded in 1700–10 in the sense “provided by humans,” and in 1935–40 for the current sense

Example Sentences

Both Porter and rival Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra, who served as Health and Human Services secretary under former President Biden, said that as governor they would focus on making low-emission vehicles more affordable and practical.

From Los Angeles Times

The Department of Health and Human Services announced at the beginning of the year it was changing the childhood vaccination schedule recommendations, removing five vaccinations from the list.

From Salon

The secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services loves saturated fat, and has publicly encouraged everyone to eat more of it.

From Slate

Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra and conservative commentator Steve Hilton but had far from a commanding lead.

From Los Angeles Times

A Nebraska official said no supermarkets have complained to its Department of Health and Human Services about the state’s program.

From The Wall Street Journal