Emergency Financial Assistance

Emergency Financial Assistance is sponsored by Arlington County Virginia Government. Assists with rent, utility, or eligible medical expenses for qualifying households.

Emergency Financial Assistance – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government opens in new tab or window Emergency Financial Assistance Effective July 1, 2025 , the annual assistance cap per household will remain at $3,000 . Additionally, limited funds will be established.

Once the monthly funding limit is reached, no further requests will be accepted, and the assistance portal will close until the first day of the following month . Provides assistance with rent, utility, or eligible medical expenses. Maximum $3000 per calendar year.

Payment is made to the business, not to the applicant. A Department of Human Services Clinician will assess to determine eligibility. Assessment is required.

Assessment will be completed once all necessary documents have been received.

Apply in person at the Customer Service Center: Department of Human Services - Sequoia Plaza 2100 Washington Boulevard, 1st Floor Download our Emergency Financial Assistance Process Flyer in English (PDF, 224KB) Download our Emergency Financial Assistance Process Flyer in Spanish Applicants must meet the following criteria: Provide a valid lease or a completed Shelter Verification Form (must be filled out by the landlord and notarized) in the applicant’s name, or other official documentation confirming a landlord-tenant relationship for the past 6 months.

The lease must have been signed at least six months before the assistance request and be in the applicant's name. Applicants cannot get assistance for a unit they no longer live in. Rent Reasonableness Requirement: The monthly rent must be at or below 150% of the Fair Market Rent (FMR) for the unit size, as defined by HUD.

Reference: FY 2026 FMR Documentation System (select Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area at bottom ) . 2. Demonstrated Financial Hardship Submit documentation showing the reason for non-payment of rent, such as loss or reduction of income, illness, or other qualifying hardships that resulted in a lack of income.

Gross household income must be at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI), based on income from the past 90 days. Provide income documentation for the last 30 days for all household members. Acceptable documents include pay stubs, employment verification letters, bank statements, and Social Security award letters.

Must be able to pay rental expenses moving forward. 4. Proof of Housing Instability Submit a current 5-Day Pay or Quit Notice, late rent notice, or formal eviction notice.

CCP Services Application (Spanish) CCP Services Application (English) Multiparty Release Form (English) (PDF, 154KB) Multiparty Release Form (Spanish) (PDF, 346KB) CAS Intake Requirements (English) (Check List) CAS intake requirements (Spanish) (Check list) Shelter and Residence Expense Verification CAS Policies and Procedures Economic Independence Division Map and Transit Information Email : 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. Visit our CommonHelp page to learn what documentation and information you will need when you apply .

These are common forms and documents used within the Clinical Coordination Program (CCP) Centralized Access System (CAS) for access to housing programs and other resources.

Nueva Solicitud de Servicios (PDF, 867KB) CCP Services Application (PDF, 910KB) Shelter and Residence Expense Verification CAS Policies and Procedures Fraud Reporting and Investigations Public assistance fraud occurs when a person knowingly makes false statements, withholds information or fails to report information necessary to determine eligibility or benefits. Learn more about fraud and how to report it .

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