Assistance
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×The Virginia Department of Social Services develops and administers programs that provide timely and accurate income support benefits and employment services to families and individuals in the Commonwealth. These programs assist citizens as they transition from dependency on public assistance programs to self-sufficiency.
| Program | Name | Address | Date of Birth | Social Security # | Citizenship Status | IRS Tax Filing Info | Apply Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SNAP | Yes | Yes | CommonHelp | ||||
| TANF | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | CommonHelp | |
| LIHEAP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | CommonHelp | MEDICAL ASSISTANCE | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | CommonHelp |
| CHILD CARE* | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Learn More | ||
| *Please note that Child Care changes cannot be renewed or reported online | |||||||
| VIM | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | VA Insurance Marketplace |
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(800) 828-1120, or 711