Essential Resources for Individuals and Families:
Here are highlights of new and ongoing resources to support individuals and families in Alexandria. We encourage residents, faith-based groups, and nonprofit partners to share this information with neighbors and networks.
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City Calendar Programs and Events
Personal Finance and Career Building Workshops
Tuesday, January 20 | 7 p.m. - UNDERSTANDING YOUR CREDIT REPORT
Tuesday, January 27 | 7 p.m. - PAY YOURSELF FIRST
Tuesday, February 3 | 7 p.m. - TEACH KIDS DOLLARS AND CENTS
Tuesday, February 10 | 7 p.m. - EMPLOYEE PAY AND BENEFITS
Please see flyer for more details on each course topic with corresponding dates listed above.
These classes are VIRTUAL and open to all Alexandria residents and any interested City employees. Space is limited, and registration is required.
Everyone’s an Asset Builder Trainings
Wednesday, January 28 | 10 a.m.
Thursday, January 29 | 10 a.m.
A two-day VIRTUAL workshop for adults who care about youth, their future and our community's well-being.
Date: January 21 - 22
Location: VIRTUAL
Time: 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m. ON BOTH DAYS
Registration Link: https://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVA-YMHFAJAN2026
Tax Preparation Assistance (2026 Tax Season)
Free Tax Preparation Services
The City of Alexandria is offering free income tax return preparation for eligible residents for the 2026 tax season. Services are provided by trained volunteer preparers to help ensure all eligible credits and deductions are applied.
When & Where:
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
February 4 – April 18
Del Pepper Community Resource Center, 4850 Mark Center Drive, 5th Floor
Eligibility: Individuals and families with incomes up to approximately $70,000 (varies based on volunteer training scope).
Appointments & Walk-Ins:
Appointments are encouraged — call 202.830.1480 (English) or 202.869.2999 (Spanish). Limited walk-in slots are available.
This service helps qualified residents file both federal and applicable state returns at no cost. This is a valuable opportunity to maximize refunds and claim all eligible credits.
JOBS, WORKSHOPS, AND SKILLS TRAINING
SUPPORT FOR JOB SEEKERS
The Alexandria Workforce Development Center (WDC) offers job placement support, career workshops, resume help, hiring fairs, and specialized programs for job seekers. Visit alexandriava.gov/go/6627 for the latest resources.
WDC JOB READINESS SERVICES
Featured Jobs- Compiled and released by the Workforce Development Center. Follow WDC on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn for the latest or visit the WDC’s job board for a complete list of job opportunities. Free WDC Job Readiness Services- See job readiness and career development workshops — including interviewing skills, navigating the virtual job fair, transferable skills, one-on-one job coaching, networking and more — and over 5,000 SkillUp online skills training courses. Select WDC workshops are also available in Spanish.
PERSONAL FINANCE & CAREER BUILDING CLASSES
DCHS hosts a series of personal finance and career building classes. All classes are free, held virtually on Wednesdays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and are meant to help participants improve their financial life, manage budgets, improve income stability, advance monetary education, and reduce and eliminate debts. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. To register, call 703.746.5700 or email brandon.hare@alexandriava.gov. View and download a printable flyer to learn more about upcoming sessions.
HOUSING
Housing and Eviction Prevention Assistance
Housing and Eviction Prevention Assistance - For information on the resources, programs, and services provided by the City of Alexandria Office of Housing, please visit alexandriava.gov/Housing. Access eviction prevention assistance through the Office of Housing and DCHS. Learn more.
FOOD ASSISTANCE
The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program offers one $50.00 benefit card to eligible City of Alexandria residents aged 60 or greater to use for locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at approved farmers’ markets.
Must be a City of Alexandria resident 60 years of age or more with a monthly income less than $2,413 for one person or $3,261 for two people. Apply online. Applications will not be available on-site at the markets. Apply in-person at Alexandria's Division of Aging and Adult Services (4850 Mark Center Drive, 9th Floor) 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. or print and mail an application to the Division of Aging and Adult Services. For more information visit alexandriava.gov/Aging, FarmMarketFresh.org, or call 703.746.5999.
ALIVE! Food Hubs: ALIVE! Food Hubs offer free food, personal items, cleaning supplies, school supplies, and referrals to other services. ALIVE! Food Hubs are for City of Alexandria residents. Proof of Alexandria residency may be requested. See the schedule and a list of locations. ALIVE! services also include Alexandria Eviction Prevention Partnership, ALIVE! House, Family Assistance, Furniture, and Housewares. Learn more.
Home Delivery Program
ALIVE! delivers food Monday-Friday afternoons to the doorsteps of those who are unable to attend emergency food distributions. Home deliveries are available to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and single parents with very young children. Clients may receive once-monthly groceries: 3-5 days of shelf-stable food, meat, milk, fresh bread, eggs, and produce. To receive home delivery, you must be referred by DCHS at 703.746.5700, an ALIVE! member congregation, or another social service agency. For more information on home delivery, complete the Contact Us online form or call 703.549.3692. For more information about a variety of food assistance programs, visit the DCHS Food Directory.
FARMERS’ MARKETS & SNAP/EBT
SNAP/EBT accepted at local markets — including Old Town, Old Town North, and Southern Towers markets — for fresh produce.
- Old Town Farmers’ Market (301 King St.) Hours: Saturdays, 7 a.m.-12 p.m. (Year-round, rain or shine) SNAP/EBT accepted
- Old Town North Farmers’ Market (901 N. Royal St.) Hours: Sundays, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. SNAP/EBT accepted
- The Market at Southern Towers (5067 Seminary Rd.) Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. SNAP/EBT accepted
TRANSPORTATION
Reduced Transit Fare via "Metro Lift" - Metro offers reduced fares to assist low-income customers via the 'Metro Lift' program. Customers in DC, Maryland and Virginia who qualify for the US Department of Agriculture's Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) are eligible to enroll. Customers enrolled in Metro Lift will receive a 50 percent discount for any trip on Metrorail and Metrobus. Online enrollment and appointment scheduling are available at the WMATA website.
Senior Taxi Yellow Card Program - The City offers a Senior Taxi Yellow Card Program which is operated in partnership with Yellow Cab of Alexandria, Inc. This program is available to individuals aged 60 or older who live in the City of Alexandria and whose annual gross household income meets requirements. Seniors can apply for the Senior Taxi Discount program by calling 703.746.5999.
For more information, visit the Transportation webpage.
CRISIS LINES
Need Help in a Crisis? Call 24 Hours a Day
Adult Protective Services | 703.746.5778 or APS State Hotline | 1.888.832.3858 after 4:30 p.m.
Child Protective Services | 703.746.5800 or State 1.800.552.7096
Substance Use Disorder Residential Treatment | 703.746.3636
Domestic Violence | 703.746.4911
Emergency Mental Health Services | 703.746.3401 | Call or text “CONNECT” to 988
Sexual Assault | 703.683.7273
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
See Suicide Prevention Resources
Prevent or Reverse an Opioid Overdose with Naloxone (Narcan)