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Owe back rent? Facing eviction? The Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) may be able to...
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - formerly known as the "Food Stamps...
Get locations and view online map of Economic Security Administration (ESA) Service Centers.
Apply or recertify for cash, food, and medicial benefits available in the District.
Providing emergency and ongoing housing support and services.
Assistance with child care fees is available and based on need, income and family size.
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Aug 27 2021
The District has provided nearly $143 million in rent and utility assistance to District residents...
Aug 10 2021
(Washington, DC) Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that vaccination against COVID-19 will be a...
Jul 12 2021
In-Person, Walk-in Services Expand for Residents and Businesses
Jul 6 2021
While Recognizing Members of the Goodfellas Team, Administration Officials Highlighted the Mayor...
Jun 26 2021
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Due to the current temperatures and forecast of extreme heat, Mayor Muriel...
Jan 6 2017
City's Cold Emergency Plan - Friday, January 6, 2017
Jan 12 2016
WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the District of...
Jan 4 2016
WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the District of...
Dec 22 2015
The Department of Human Services (DHS) will open all low-barrier emergency shelters at 4:00 pm on...
Nov 22 2015
WASHINGTON, DC- An overnight hypothermia alert will be ACTIVATED at 7:00 pm. Sunday, November 22,...
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Email: [email protected]
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Phone: (202) 671-4200
Fax: (202) 671-4326
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]








