CODE OF VIRGINIA “HUMAN SERVICES” DEFINED (§ 15.2-2811) For the purposes of this chapter, “human services” shall mean any service provided by the Commonwealth or a county or city, or jointly by the two, to an individual or family for his or their physical, mental or economic well-being. HISTORY: 1974, c. 395, § 63.1-291; 2002, c. 747.