Human Services
Economic Independence Services
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 | Arlington Employment Center 703-228-1400 We connect local businesses with Arlington residents looking for meaningful employment. For job seekers, the Center is the County's One-Stop for Internet access and tools to facilitate job searching. We also offer career planning and employment counseling, workshops, job search and job placement. |
 | Crisis Assistance Services 703-228-1300 Assistance may be provided in areas such as obtaining shelter, emergency food, clothing, and payment of rent and utility bills. Crisis assistance services help eligible households achieve their highest level of self-sufficiency by acting as the primary access point for crisis assistance. |
 | Community Outreach Program The Community Outreach Program seeks to promote self-sufficiency and community belonging for new immigrants and low income residents by providing multicultural neighborhood-based educational programs and services. |
 | Housing Grants 703-228-1350 Rental subsidy program for elderly, disabled, and working families with children. | Housing Choice Voucher Program 703-228-1450 Rent assistance program through Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Formerly called Section 8. | Real Estate Tax Relief 703-228-1350 Eligible elderly and disabled homeowners may be deferred or exempted from paying real estate taxes. |
 | Volunteer Arlington 703-228-1760 Promotes volunteerism and maintains a listing of volunteer opportunities in the community. Non-profit agencies that list their volunteer opportunities here have access to thousands of volunteers who have registered with Volunteer Arlington to hear about volunteer opportunities. |
CONTACT US
Department of Human Services
2100 Washington Blvd.
Arlington, Virginia 22204 | MAP
TEL 703-228-1300
TTY 703-228-1788
dhs (at) arlingtonva.us