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Featured News and Highlights
 Arlington's Holiday Giving Program uses a gift card model. Gift cards empower recipients with choice and dignity and allow families and individuals to shop for what they truly need — whether that’s food, right-sized clothing, or a special gift for a child. To contribute via Mail (or drop off at the front desk):
- Gift cards/checks by Wed., Dec. 24 to:
Holiday Giving Program ATTN: Destiny Esper
Department of Human Services (DHS)
2100 Washington Blvd., 4th Fl.
Arlington, VA 22204
Donate via Secure Credit Card Payment:
Your donation goes toward gift cards for distribution to Arlington households. Donate today through our partnership with Volunteer Arlington.
Medicare Open Enrollment Through Dec. 7
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Good news! If you have Medicare and take insulin, you may pay $35 per month for each covered insulin drug you take.
Review coverage options with a VICAP Counselor to make sure you are in a plan for 2026 that’s right for you. Call 703-228-1725, or email Medicarehelp@arlingtonva.us to schedule an appointment.
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SNAP Updates, and APS offers Community Meals
The USDA authorized states to issue Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for this month. Following new federal guidance, the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) expects to issue 65% of a typical month’s SNAP benefits to eligible households by Thur., Nov. 13.
Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance (VENA)
Any VENA funds already on EBT cards will remain available for up to 90 days. VENA was designed for urgent food needs. If unused after 90 days, remaining VENA funds will be removed from cards. Learn more about VENA.
Food Assistance and Community Support
Arlington County approved emergency funds for the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) to expand its food distribution capacity to help meet increased community need. For food assistance now, call: 703-228-1300 or go to: Food Assistance & Free Food Resources, Path Forward, and Shutdown Resources
In addition, Arlington Public Schools (APS) offers free evening Meals for Families at:
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Yorktown, Washington-Liberty or Wakefield High Schools from 5:30–7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Enter the following doors at each school for this program:
Appreciation goes out to the APS Food Services team, custodial staff, security teams, school-based and central office level staff, and volunteers who are making this possible. View and share the flyer | Spanish-APS Community Meals | አማርኛ | Монгол | العربية
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Upcoming Events
November: 13: Open Hearts, Open Homes Information
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Foster parents are needed of all races, ethnicities, religions, cultures, and sexual orientations, with or without biological children. The goal of foster care is to make children safer and families stronger. To foster, you must:
- Be 21 year old or more; Married or single
- Work inside or outside the home
- Live in Arlington County/surrounding Virginia area
- Rent or own your residence.
Join the next Foster Parent Information Session to learn more. To register email: OpenHeartsOpenHomes@arlingtonva.us.
When: Thurs., Nov. 13, From 6:30–8:30 p.m.
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November 13: Virtual Ticket to Work
Social Security’s Ticket to Work program offers beneficiaries 15-64 years old a way to achieve more financial independence through education about benefits, custom employment services, and help maintaining meaningful work. Learn to increase income and become financially independent: register for the online session! Contact Emily Hoban with questions.
When: Thur., Nov. 13, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. (online)
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 November 20: LinkedIn Tips for Job Search
Join an interactive, virtual workshop where you'll learn how to build a strong professional network and search for jobs using LinkedIn’s powerful tools most effectively. Discover strategies to enhance your online presence, connect with industry professionals, and make LinkedIn work for your career goals. Register to attend and receive a Zoom link
When: Thur., Nov. 20 3–4 p.m. on Zoom.
 Adverse Childhood Experience Trainig to support our children, youth, and families.
December 9: ACEs and Self-Healing Communities
Join this insightful training on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how understanding can build self-healing communities, provided by Arlington County DHS. Sign-up for ACE Interface Training.
When: Tues., Dec. 9, 4:30 p.m.
Where: 2100 Washington Blvd., Sequoia 1 Auditorium, lower level.
January 19, 2026: Save the Date!
The Annual MLK Day of Service honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by connecting individuals of all ages across Arlington and Northern Virginia in meaningful service. Volunteer Arlington will host a variety of service projects with an opening program at Washington-Liberty High School (W-L). Plan to attend.
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