If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness:
- Contact the Department of Human Services Community Assistance Bureau (CAB) at 703-228-1300 for assistance.
- In case of shelter need during non-business hours, households should call 703-228-1010 for assistance.
- Please note that shelter services require a referral by Arlington County DHS Clinical Coordination Program. In case of shelter need during non-business hours, households should call 703-228-1010 for assistance.
Shelters
Five Arlington County emergency shelters provide a safe environment for single adults and families who are Arlington residents experiencing homelessness. Access to all shelters except the Domestic Violence Safehouse is facilitated through the Centralized Access System (CAS) within the Clinical Coordination Unit (CCU) at DHS – 2100 Washington Blvd 1st Fl. In case of shelter need during non-business hours, households should call 703-228-1010 for assistance.
- Homeless Services Center for individuals (Path Forward)
- Sullivan House Family Shelter (Bridges to Independence)
- Freddie Mac Foundation Family Home (Doorways for Women and Families)
- Residential Program Center year-round shelter for individuals (New Hope Housing)
VA -Office to Prevent and End Homelessness
OPEHGeneralMail@fairfaxcounty.gov
Shelters
Fairfax County
Arlington County
Alexandria
Loudoun County
Fauquier County
Prince William County
Office to Prevent and End Homelessness – Hypothermia Prevention Program
Shelter details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/homeless/hypothermia-prevention-program
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