Children & School
Q. I am interested in adopting. What are the ages of children available for adoption in Arlington County?
A. Children available for adoption through Arlington County DHS tend to be older (the average age is 9) and they tend to be part of a sibling group. Most of these children came to us because of abuse and neglect and they have emotional and education needs in addition to their need for a permanent home... more Info > >
Q. I need to get my child immunized for school. Where can I go?
A. The Department of Human Services Public Health Division offers immunization clinics for school age children... More Info > > Q. How can I arrange for child support?
A. You can apply for child support at the satellite Child Support Enforcement Office located in the Human Services Center on the 4th floor. The hours for that office are Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The telephone number is 703-228-1492. The full service office is located at 2900 S. Quincy Street, Suite 320. The customer service telephone number for that office is 866-488-2591. Q. How old do children have to be in order to be left home alone?
A. The Child and Family Services Division of DHS has guidelines related to leaving children alone at various ages... More Info > > Back to Top
Elderly
Q. How can I learn about the services available for older Arlington residents, including housing options, in-home services, transportation, and other resources?
A. There are a variety of websites and publications, some available through the Arlington Agency on Aging, designed to acquaint you with the full range of services available to older people in Arlington... More Info > >
Q. Is there any program that can help my elderly father pay for his medications?
A. Arlington County's Medication Assistance program offers discounted and/or free medications to persons meeting certain eligibility criteria...More Info > > Q. If my mother can't drive anymore and is unable to walk to the bus stop, are there any transportation options available to help her get to her doctor's office or the grocery store?
A. Numerous transportation resources are available to assist both seniors and persons with disabilities in Arlington... more Info > > Q. What is the Personal Advocate Service?
A. The Personal Advocate Service is a group of volunteers trained by the Agency on Aging to assist Arlington residents who are 60 and older... more info > > Back to Top
Jobs
Q. I would like to find a job in the technology field, but don't know how to go about doing it. Can DHS help me?
A. The Arlington Employment Center has resources to assist you in getting employment in a variety of fields... more Info > >
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Subsidies
Q. How do I apply for rent assistance?
A. Rental subsidies may be available to eligible elderly, needy, and disabled Arlington residents... more Info > >
Q. Is there any help available for Arlington homeowners who can't afford to pay their taxes?
A. In 2006, Arlington County began offering homeowner grants to certain households to help offset rising personal property taxes... more Info > > Q. I need to fill a prescription, but I can't afford it. Does DHS offer assistance with prescription medications?
A. In some cases, the cost of prescription medications may be subsidized for Arlington County residents... More Info > > Back to Top
Rats and Rodent Control
Q. Where can I get information to help me eliminate my rat problem?
A. The Environmental Health Bureau provides information on controlling and eliminating rats... More Info > >
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Licensing
Q. How do I obtain or renew a health license for a food service or swimming pool facility?
A. Detailed guidelines for obtaining or renewing health licenses are available from the Environmental Health Bureau... More Info > >
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Specialized Resources
Q. I have a family member who is physically disabled. What types of services are available in Arlington?
A. The Arlington County Office for Persons With Physical Disabilities publishes a directory of services (291K PDF format) and other resources available to persons with disabilities... more Info > >
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Miscellaneous
Q. I have furniture (or other items) that I would like to donate to a homeless shelter. How can I do this?
A. The Arlington County Volunteer Office maintains a listing of places that accept donations, and the types of items they accept... More Info > >
Q. Where do I go for help if I have a personal problem such as alcohol, drugs, or thoughts of suicide?
A. The Division of Behavioral Healthcare offers a range of mental health and substance abuse services. If you would like more information or need help urgently, please call our Emergency Mental Health Services Hotline at 703-228-5160... More Info > > Q. Where do I get a copy of a birth certificate or death certificate?
A. Birth certificates can be obtained from the Department of Vital Statistics in Richmond, Va., Death certificates can be obtained at the Department of Human Services Business Office at 3033 Wilson Blvd., Suite 700A... more Info > > Back to Top | 
