Refugee Cash and Medical Assistance

General Information

The Refugee Cash and Medical Assistance program provides financial and medical assistance to refugees/asylees in need. The program provides a monthly grant (check) and medical assistance to refugees in need for up to four months after lawful arrival into the U.S.

Eligibility

• Refugee/asylee in the U.S. for four months or less
• Must establish Virginia residency
• Refugees with minor children must apply for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
• Interview is required

Ways to Apply

Via Arlington County DHS

1. Apply in person:
   Arlington County DHS
   2100 Washington Boulevard, 1st Floor
   Arlington, VA 22204

Via CommonHelp

1. Apply online or check your status at https://commonhelp.virginia.gov.

Via Phone

1. Call 1-855-635-4370 to apply over the phone.

    

Documents Required

• Completed Department of Social Services Application for Benefits
• Verification of legal presence in the U.S.
• Verification of residency
• Verification of all income
• Verification of resources