Provides health care coverage during pregnancy and for two months following the end of pregnancy.
Application do not require a face-to-face interview. Mail-in and faxed applications are accepted. Interested persons can get an applications by visiting or calling the office.
Services covered:
Effective January 2026
*Includes 5% standard disregard **Gross income is before taxes and deductions ***Count unborn children as additional family members
Via Arlington County DHS
Via CommonHelp
Via Phone
Economic Independence Division
2100 Washington Blvd. Arlington, VA 22204 Map and Transit Information
Phone: 703-228-1350 TTY 711
Email: dhs@arlingtonva.us
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