Community Resources

• Services: Rental assistance, emergency shelter, and utility assistance.

• Contact: (804) 652-1708

• Website: Charles City County Social Services

• VA DSS Website

• DSS Resource Guide

Services: Weekly food distribution for families in need.

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• Contact: (804) 652-4778

• Location: 8320 Ruthville Road, Charles City, VA 23030

• Website: Food Pantry

• Services: Meals on Wheels and food bank resources.

• Contact: (804) 521-2500

• Website: FeedMore

• Services: Immunizations, health screenings, and family planning.

• District: Chickahominy

• Contact: (804) 829-2490

• Website: Charles City Health Department

• Services: Transportation for medical appointments and essential errands.

• Contact: (804) 758-2315

• Website: Bay Transit

• Services: Support services include food banks, shelters, utility assistance, health resources, job training, language and GED classes, senior and disability care, youth and family programs, community volunteering, and disaster response coordination.

• Contact: Dial 2-1-1

• Website: 211VA

• Brochure

• Services: Benefits counseling, employment assistance, and mental health resources for veterans.

• Contact: (804) 786-0286

• Website: Virginia Veterans Services

• Services: Emergency response and public safety. Project Lifesaver

• Contact: (804) 829-9265

• Website: Charles City Sheriff's Office

• Services: Food Pantry and Special Programs

• Contact: Email

• Website: Promise Land

• Services: Help finding affordable childcare and financial assistance.
  Contact: 1-866-543-7852
  Website: Child Care Aware

• Services: Meals, transportation, and support for seniors.

• Contact: (804) 343-3000

• Website: Senior Connections

• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  Access federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.
  Contact: 1-800-433-3243

• Virginia Education Assistance Program (VEAP)
  Offers state-based grants and scholarships for Virginia residents.
  Contact: 1-800-782-2256

• Scholarships.com
  Free search engine for scholarships and grants tailored to your qualifications.

• Services: Homebuyer education, rental housing locator, and financial literacy programs.

• Contact: 1-877-843-2123

• Website: VHDA

• Services: Free legal help for housing, employment, and family matters.

• Contact: (804) 648-1012

• Website: CVLAS

• Services: Job search assistance, resume help, and training programs.

• Contact: (804) 652-3495

• Website: Virginia Career Works

• Services: Mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention.

• Contact: (804) 862-8054

• Website: District 19 CSB

• Services: Financial assistance for utility bills.

• Contact: 1-866-366-4357

• Website: Dominion Energy EnergyShare

• Services: Free Wi-Fi, computer access, and digital literacy training.
  Contact: (804) 652-2450
  Website: Charles City Public Library

• Services: Resources and support for veterans and their families.

• Contact: 1-877-832-6997

• Website: Wounded Warrior Project

• Services: Disaster relief, blood donation, and emergency assistance.

• Contact: (804) 780-2250

• Website: Red Cross Central VA

• Services: Housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual, and allows you to find housing (single-family homes, townhouses, mobile homes, and apartments) that fits your needs. (Section 8 Voucher)

• Contact: 800-835-6598

• Website: Housing Choice

• Services: Support groups for individuals battling alcoholism.
  Contact: 1-800-839-1686
  Website: AA

• Services: Cancer information, support programs, transportation assistance, and lodging for treatment.

• Contact: 1-800-227-2345

• Website: American Cancer Society