Refugee Cash / Medical Assistance

General Information

• Provides a monthly grant (check) and medical assistance to refugees in need for up to eight months after arrival into the U.S.
• Medicaid benefits are automatically provided to persons included in the grant

Eligibility

• Refugee in the U.S. for eight months or less
• Must establish Virginia residency
• Refugees with minor children must qualify for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
• Face to face interview is required
• Chest x-ray required from Public Health Division

How to Apply

Apply in person at:

Arlington County DHS
2100 Washington Boulevard, 1st Floor
Arlington, VA 22204

Documents Required

• Completed Department of Social Services Application for Benefits
• Verification of refugee status
• Verification of residency
• Verification of all income
• Verification of resources