Homelessness

If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness

• Contact the Department of Human Services Community Assistance Bureau (CAB) at 703-228-1300 for help if you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness.
• In case of shelter need during non-business hours, households should call 703-228-1010 for assistance.
• The Community Assistance Bureau's Clinical Coordination Program helps Arlington residents find shelter, emergency food and other vital DHS and community services. Referrals can be made to all Arlington County shelters.
  • Arlington County’s Centralized Access System (CAS), operated by the Department of Human Services, Community Assistance Bureau provides access to services across the entire Continuum of Care or homeless response system. Utilizing comprehensive, client-centered assessments, CAS connects households as quickly as possible with the interventions that will most effectively and efficiently prevent or end their experience of homelessness and lead to greater stability. Links:
    • Community Guide – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us)
    • Clinical Coordination Program – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us)
    • Crisis / Emergency Assistance – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us)
• CrisisLink gives vital support to those facing life crises, trauma and suicide, and provides information, education and links to community resources to empower people to help themselves

• Arlington Shelters
• Getting Help for Yourself or Others
• Cold Weather Plan
• Action Plan for Ending Homelessness
• Continuum of Care