Arlington County Department of Human Services

08/13/2026

Back-to-school season is here! Join us at the Student Health and Wellness Fair for free health exams, vaccines, and resources to help your child start the school year healthy and ready to learn.

Correction: Register through your school nurse.

August 20 | 1–4 PM | Long Branch Elementary School

08/07/2026

This National WIC Breastfeeding Week, we're celebrating Arlington families and the support systems that help babies thrive.

Did you know? 59% of Arlington WIC infants are breastfed at 1 year, compared with 41% of infants nationwide.

Learn more about Arlington WIC and the services available to families in our community: link in bio.

08/07/2026

08/06/2026

¡La diversión del verano comienza con la seguridad en el agua!

Los ahogamientos pueden ocurrir rápidamente y en silencio. Vea nuestro video para conocer consejos sencillos que ayudarán a mantener seguros a sus hijos y a su familia cerca de piscinas, lagos, parques acuáticos y otras actividades acuáticas.

Disfrute un verano seguro y consulte nuestro blog para obtener más consejos sobre seguridad en el agua: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/DHS/Human-Services-in-Action/2026-7-22-Water-Safety-Tips

08/06/2026

Summer fun starts with water safety!

Drowning can happen quickly and is often silent. Watch our latest video for simple tips to help keep your children and family safe around pools, lakes, and other water activities.

Have a safe and enjoyable rest of your summer, and read our blog for more water safety tips: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/DHS/Human-Services-in-Action/2026-7-22-Water-Safety-Tips

07/31/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day is one month away, please plan to join us at our 5th annual candlelight vigil

August 31st. 7pm. 2100 Clarendon Blvd.

07/31/2026

Virginia is replacing SNAP EBT cards with more secure chip-enabled cards this fall, and Arlington recipients can prepare now by updating their address and setting up a ConnectEBT account.

07/23/2026

Guardians of incapacitated adults in Virginia, and professionals who support them, must complete the Virginia Guardian Training from the Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). This free, 60-minute online training explains a guardian's responsibilities and offers guidance on communicating on behalf of the person you serve.

The training is available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Chinese, and Korean.

07/17/2026

How does racism impact mental health, and what can we do about it? Join this timely discussion during BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month featuring Arlington Public Health Director, Dr. Deidra D. Parrish, and a panel of experts exploring these critical issues.

JOIN US - Wednesday, July 22 | 6:30 PM | VHC Health Auditorium, Arlington for a free community conversation on Racism and Mental Health.
In recognition of Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Month, join NAMI Northern Virginia and Challenging Racism for an engaging community conversation exploring the intersection of racism and mental health. Our panel of local leaders and experts will discuss how racism influences mental health outcomes, access to care, quality of treatment, and the systems that shape these experiences. This event is free and open to the community.

07/17/2026

The current air quality is at Code Purple levels in Arlington. Conditions are VERY UNHEALTHY for everyone. Limit time outdoors. Visit libraries/community centers for free places to stay indoors. Conditions may deteriorate further so stay aware: mwcog.org/aqi