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Crisis / Emergency Assistance

About the program

Emergency assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, medical or clothing expenses
Provides assistance with rent, mortgage, utility, medical or clothing expenses
Payment is made to the business, not to the applicant
A Department of Human Services Clinician must interview applicant to determine need

How to apply

Call 703-228-1350

Apply in person at:

Community Assistance Bureau
2100 Washington Boulevard, 1st Floor
Arlington, VA 22204

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Contact Us

Economic Independence Division
2100 Washington Blvd. Arlington, VA 22204
703-228-1350
703-228-1788 TTY
dhs@arlingtonva.us

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Policies and Procedures

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