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Virginia Benefits Programs

The Virginia Department of Social Services offers programs that provide food, health care, childcare, cash assistance and energy help. These benefits give families and individuals a safety net during hard times and help them move toward stability and independence. 

Virginia Benefits Programs

What Do I Need to Apply?

Most applications require:

  • Full name and address
  • Date of birth
  • Social Security number
  • Citizenship or immigration status
  • Proof of income or tax filing information

Each program may have different requirements. See below for details.

Benefit Programs

Helps families buy groceries and improve nutrition.

 

Provides short-term cash assistance for families with children.

  • What you’ll need: Name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, citizenship status
  • Apply: CommonHelp

Helps with heating, cooling and energy efficiency costs.

  • What you’ll need: Name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, citizenship status
  • Apply: CommonHelp

Covers health care for eligible individuals and families.

Helps families pay for childcare so parents can work or attend school.

  • What you’ll need: Name, address, date of birth, citizenship status
  • Apply: Through your Local Department of Social Services

Note: Childcare renewals and changes cannot be made online

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