Benefit Programs

The following benefit programs are available:

Energy Assistance Program (EAP) - Assists low-income, eligible households by supplementing home energy costs
Medical Assistance Programs - Make direct payments to health care service provides for eligible individuals and families who are unable to pay for needed medical services
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - Will help you buy nutritious food for your household
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) - Provides financial assistance to eligible families and children

How to Apply

Apply online for benefits via CommonHelp.

Apply for SNAP, TANF, EAP, and Medical Assistance over the phone by calling 855-635-4370.

Apply for Medical Assistance only over the phone by calling 855-242-8282.

Get a printed application.
- Ask the LDSS to mail you an application.
- Get an application from your local department of social services (LDSS).
- Print a copy of the application from the Virgina Department of Social Services, or from Covrera for medical assistance.
Leave the printed application, mail, or fax the application to your LDSS.

Central Virginia Health Center - Medical Services on a sliding financial scale
Common Help
Goochland Cares - Free Medical Care for Adults living in Goochland, Louisa, Columbia, Fluvanna and Cumberland, who cannot afford health insurance!
Senior Living Help
Virginia Department of Social Services