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Virginia 2-1-1 is a simple way to find help near you.
This free, confidential service connects you with local support for housing, food, child care, mental health services and other community programs.
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You can also explore the resources below to find programs in Virginia that may help with common needs.
Free, confidential help is available 24 hours a day. These resources can help you find shelters, hotlines and support programs across Virginia.
Virginia Statewide Hotline and Family Services Directory
Use the directory to find shelters, hotlines and support programs in your area.
Programs may help pay for child care while you work, attend school or complete job training.
Child Care Subsidy Program
Provides help paying for child care for eligible families.
Food programs and community organizations may help individuals and families access meals and groceries.
Virginia Food Assistance Programs
Learn about food assistance programs in Virginia, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other resources.
Programs may help with housing stability, rent assistance or help paying utility bills.
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
Find information about housing programs, rent assistance and community services across Virginia.
Learn About Housing and Community Programs
Virginia Legal Aid
Provides information about renter rights and legal help related to housing issues.
Programs may help with health care coverage, mental health support and other family services.
Cardinal Care
Find information about health coverage programs for adults and children in Virginia.
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS)
Find mental health, substance use and developmental disability services in Virginia.
Programs and services are available to help immigrant Virginians connect with jobs, housing and community support.
Virginia Department of Social Services – Office of New Americans (ONA)
Provides information and support to help immigrant Virginians access jobs, housing and government services.
Learn About the Office of New Americans
Virginia Immigrant Services Program
Connects immigrants to statewide resources, information and community assistance programs.
Programs may help you find a job, build new skills or access employment support services.
Virginia Career Works
Offers job search help, training programs and résumé assistance.
Virginia Employment Commission (VEC)
Provides job listings and information about unemployment benefits.
Visit the Virginia Employment Commission
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
Provides employment services and job support for people with disabilities.
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