Veteran housing help in Arlington, Virginia: HUD-VASH vouchers, SSVF rapid re-housing, shelters, and local hotlines. Verified for 2026.
Arlington (population 238,643) is one of the larger metros in Virginia, and several local and statewide programs serve veterans here. Most VA-administered care for Arlington is delivered through Washington DC VA Medical Center. This page lists verified housing resources filtered to Arlington, plus the broader Virginia guide for help that is available statewide.
Veterans in crisis: dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net (24/7).
Virginia is home to more than 700,000 veterans, one of the largest veteran populations in the nation. With major military installations including Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Naval Station Norfolk, and Marine Corps Base Quantico, thousands of service members transition to civilian life in the Commonwealth each year. Stable housing is the foundation for a successful transition.
This guide covers the full spectrum of veteran housing resources in Virginia, from emergency shelter and HUD-VASH vouchers to the Virginia Housing Development Authority's homeownership programs. Whether you're at risk of homelessness or ready to purchase a home, Virginia has programs designed to help you.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Arlington-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Arlington-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) serving Arlington, VA administer the Housing Choice Voucher used for HUD-VASH. Use HUD's official PHA contact list to find the right local PHA, request the veteran-priority waitlist, and confirm intake hours.
HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Arlington veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.
Free civil legal help for Arlington-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
SSVF grantee outreach for very low-income veteran families in Arlington who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. SSVF can fund rapid re-housing, temporary financial assistance, and case management.
These Virginia programs are not based in Arlington but accept residents.
HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Roanoke veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Roanoke-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Free civil legal help for Norfolk-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Richmond veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.
Free civil legal help for Newport News-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Norfolk-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Virginia Beach-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Richmond-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
