COVID-19 Vaccines

FREE Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as 6 months are now available BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Online Permitting Service Modifications

Starting Tuesday, June 21 at 4:30 p.m. until Tuesday, June 28 at 8 a.m., Permit Arlington, ePlan Review, and online payment will be unavailable to customers.

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Public Assistance

NEW: The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. Learn more and apply!

Services Overview

Handouts in Multiple Languages

The Department of Human Services offers a number of assistance programs for Arlington residents. To learn more, call us at 703-228-1350 or visit us at 2100 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 22204.

Virginia has temporarily suspended co-pays for any Medicaid or FAMIS covered services. Learn more about changes in financial assistance due to the Coronavirus pandemic here.

Rental Services

We provide info and resources to help low-income individuals and families find affordable housing in Arlington – including grants and vouchers to cover a portion of monthly rent payments, a listing of affordable units throughout the County, and more.

Community Outreach Program

These neighborhood educational programs and services promote self-sufficiency and community belonging.

Crisis / Emergency Assistance

Emergency assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, medical or clothing expenses. Provides assistance with rent, mortgage, utility, medical or clothing expenses.

Arlington Employment Center

Services for job seekers and employers.

Medicaid Expansion

Learn more about the Medicaid expansion in Virginia and how to apply.

Food Assistance

If you need assistance getting food, call 703-228-1300.

Homelessness

Arlington’s homelessness continuum of care works to ensure that no individual or family lack access to decent, affordable housing.

SNAP / Food Stamps

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides financial assistance to households with low income to buy food.

Affordable Internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.

Learn more and apply!

More Resources & Quick Links

Contact Us

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

Manage Your Benefits Online!

You can check your eligibility, apply for public assistance programs, and manage your account online through Virginia CommonHelp. Click here to learn what documentation and information you will need when you apply.

DHS Events

Commission on Aging Meeting (Virtual)

18 Jul 2022 The Commission on Aging meets from 9AM - 11AM monthly on the following schedule:
Jan - Feb 4th Monday
March - Dec 3rd Monday
No meeting in August

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Advisory Groups & Commissions, Older Adults

A Caregiver's Guide to Medicare

18 Jul 2022 If you’re caring for an elderly, ill, or disabled family member, you are one of about 44 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness, disability, or frailty. Family caregivers provide an average of 24 hours of care per week.

Tagged as: , Older Adults

MCO Open House

20 Jul 2022 Are you newly enrolled in Medicaid?
Or maybe you have had Medicaid for some time but still have questions about the Managed Care Organizations (MCO) in the Arlington area?

Department of Human Services, 2100 Washington Blvd., 4th Floor, 22204

Tagged as: , Engagement, Health

Federal Resume and Hiring Workshop

21 Jul 2022 Write a federal resume that will produce results. Learn about the hiring process and what programs can give you an edge. Learn about the Special Hiring Authorities that can reduce the level of competitiveness and find the jobs that are not listed on USAJobs.

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

APCYF Public Meeting

27 Jul 2022 APCYF meets monthly to advocate for families in Arlington.

13 more dates

Tagged as: , Advisory Groups & Commissions, Public Meeting