Resources for Federal Government Employees

The City of Alexandria is committed to supporting those who may be impacted by recent and pending federal government actions, including workforce reductions. Whether you are seeking new employment opportunities, need assistance with housing or food, or are looking for additional support services, the City offers a range of resources to assist you during this time.
Page updated on May 9, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Are you a City of Alexandria Resident?

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Do You Need Career Assistance?

The City's Workforce Development Center provides employment assistance programs and services to assist adults, youth and persons with disabilities in finding employment.

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Do You Need Assistance With Your Mortgage or Rent?

If you are experiencing a housing crisis or facing homelessness, please contact the Department of Community and Human Services, call 703.746.5700, or text 703.346.5599 or visit Eviction Prevention Resources.

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Volunteer to Help

Visit Volunteer Alexandria to find opportunities to serve the community, help solve local problems, and serve as a powerful force toward a healthy, productive and engaged community.

Do You Need Assistance with Childcare?

Do You Require Clinical Health Services?

Are You Coping with Uncertainty and Fear?

Be Aware of Employment Scams

Be on the lookout for scams! Scammers try to take advantage of people looking for jobs with too-good-to-be-true job offers and other scams. Do not trust any job opportunities that make you pay your own money upfront. Do not trust calls or messages from fake government agencies. The IRS will never call you directly. Carefully read the email address of email senders to ensure they are real. Visit this Federal Trade Commission Consumer Advice article for tips on how to stay safe from job scams. 
 

Do You Own a Business in the City of Alexandria?

Do You Need Business Counseling?

Who can take advantage of business counseling?

  • Those who are interested in starting their own business or who would like to scale up their business who reside in the City of Alexandria can take part in business counseling sessions.

What does business counseling entail?

  • Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP) provides custom, one-on-one counseling by matching you with an experienced coach who can help you navigate your specific challenges. (Remember, it’s free.)

How do I get started with business counseling?

Do you have any workshops or events coming up that I can attend to learn more?

  • AEDP offers a variety of workshops designed to support and empower small businesses.  Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow your business, our workshops are tailored to meet your specific needs and fuel your entrepreneurial journey. Learn more at https://alexandriaecon.org/events/

Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP) provides free-to-you services to help you start and scale your business. If you’re in the City of Alexandria, we can help. Request a counseling session today by visiting the AEDP page or email info@alexandriaecon.org.

Are You a Landlord or Property Manager?

Learn about mediation services, fair housing law, apartment manager seminars, and relocation and voluntary rent increase policies. Please call the Office of Housing at 703.746.4990.

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Emergency Hotlines

For immediate police, fire or emergency medical assistance, call or text 911.

If you are in a crisis and need to talk to someone, call the CrisisLink Hotline at 703.527.4077 or text "connect" to 85511 (for TTY, dial 711), or DCHS’s Emergency Services at 703.746.3401.

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Alex311

For non-emergency requests call 311 or 703.746.4311 or submit an Alex311 request online or via social media via @alexandriava311.