Arlington Community Ambassador Resources

Housing Services

01

Affordable Homes and Communities (AHC)

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Description

AHC’s affordable and mixed-income rental properties across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. provide high-quality housing that supports local economies, attracts workforce talent, and fosters long-term stability.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–486–0626

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02

ANV Home Organizing Service

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Description

Arlington Neighborhood Village (ANV) provides help with organizing and possibly reducing the number of things at home—paperwork, clothing, decorative items and the like. ANV has a cadre of volunteers trained and eager to assist with planning and executing the task; the scope ranges from organizing one closet, room or type of item—like files or books—to a thorough downsize in preparation for a move. ANV understands that home organizing can be an emotional, intellectual and physical challenge and is ready to be your “right-hand person” as you plan and execute the task. ANV delivers donations to local thrift stores, brings unwanted but sensitive documents to the County’s shredding site, and/or gets hazardous items to the County’s hazardous materials collection point.

Cost

ANV membership is required for this service.

For More Information

Email info@anvarlington.org or call 703–509–8057

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04

Culpepper Garden (Arlington Affordable Units)

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Description

Culpepper Garden, located at 4435 N. Pershing Street, Arlington, VA 22201, offers 346 units for seniors aged 62+ interested in independent-living.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–528–0162

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08

Arlington County Heating and Cooling Assistance

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Description

Arlington County provides assistance with home heating and cooling expenses, including utility, fuel, crisis, and cooling assistance. Applications must be filed annually for each component. Customers may receive more than one type of assistance within each component.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–228–1340 or email dhs@arlingtonva.us

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09

Arlington Housing Grants

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Description

The Housing Grants program is a county-funded program that provides a monthly housing grant to eligible households (see chart below), including Arlington County renters who are: 65 years or older; totally and permanently disabled; clients and patients of a County operated or County supported mental health program; or working families with at least one child under age 18.

Cost

Apply online at: www.arlingtonva.us/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/departments/documents/dhs/eid/housing-grant-application-5-2-24.pdf Apply in person at: 2100 Washington Boulevard, 1st Floor, Arlington, VA 22204

For More Information

Email housingdivision@arlingtonva.us or call 703–228–3765

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11

Community Housing Partners Weatherization Assistance

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Description

This program makes homes safer for low-income families and helps reduce energy costs. This is possible through repairs and upgrades to heating and cooling systems. The program also installs energy efficient features, such as insulation and air sealing. CHP Weatherization helps low-income individuals and families reduce energy costs by improving the energy efficiency and health of their homes using the federal Weatherization Assistance Program and other funding sources. Since 1976, our weatherization team has performed energy audits and repairs to home heating and cooling systems, especially for households with elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, and families with children.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 888–229–3714

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12

ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia (ECNV)

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Description

ECNV serves people with disabilities in our region through several programs, including Housing and Home Modifications (through Virginia Housing Accessibility Grants).

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–525–3268

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13

Everything But The House (EBTH)

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Description

From the removal of a few personal things to the contents of an entire home, our full-service model makes home transitions and estate sales simpler. With an initial focus on bringing estate sales online, EBTH’s passion for helping people and the continued development of our powerful platform made shopping and selling pre-owned easier and brought together a broader audience.

Cost

This is a fee-based service.

For More Information

Call 888–965–8672

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14

Free Home Safety Checks by Arlington County Fire Department

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Description

The Arlington County Fire Department offers free home safety checks to residents of Arlington and the City of Falls Church. The fire department will assess your: home evacuation plan; frequency of furnace and fireplace cleaning; safe storage of flammable materials; smoke alarm placement; space heaters; extension cord use; safety practices in kitchens and around water; smoking habits; and other possible fire hazards.

Cost

This is no fee for this service.

For More Information

Request a safety check through Community Connect on their website

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15

Mary Marshall Assisted Living Residence

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Description

Mary Marshall is a cheerful, supportive community for older adults with intellectual disabilities or mental illness. They offer assisted living personal care and services for adults aged 55 and older with cognitive disabilities and special needs who also qualify as low-income individuals (partner with Arlington County Department of Health and Human Services).

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 571–527–5000

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16

National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers (NASMM)

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Description

NASMM is a resource to help you find companies and individuals who can help with downsizing & relocating older adults, individuals, and families. NASMM members can also assist you with safely aging in place at home.

Cost

This is a fee-based service.

For More Information

Call 248–442–5859

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17

Rebuilding Together-AFF

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Description

Rebuilding Together Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church (Rebuilding Together-AFF) makes critical home repairs and accessibility modifications at no charge for low-income homeowners and nonprofit organizations. Repairs range from installing grab bars, double stair rails, comfort height toilets, and brighter lighting to wheelchair ramps and electric stairlifts.

Cost

This is a free service, though certain specific services are fee-based. The online application can be found: https://rebuildingtogether-aff.org/wp-content/uploads/VHR-2024.2-Homeowner-Application_Fillable-1.pdf

For More Information

Call 703–528–1999

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18

True Ground Housing Partners (formerly APAH)

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Description

True Ground Housing Partners provides quality affordable housing and resident-centered programming to help our residents make the most of their home. They manage 18 multi-generational and family properties in Arlington, with 3 age-restricted properties in Loudoun, Fairfax, and Alexandria.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–276–7444 or email info@truegroundhousing.org

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Wesley Housing

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Description

Wesley Housing provides safe, quality, and affordable housing to low-income residents across Virginia and Washington DC. They offer healthy, inclusive, stable, affordable housing communities and provide supportive resident services. Their housing communities consist of a mix of mid- and high-rise multifamily apartments for neighbors earning between 30% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–642–3830

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