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Call Isle of Wight DSS first for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, energy aid, and emergency referrals.

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Programs to contact

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Isle of Wight County Department of Social Services

Local Government Program

Isle of Wight County DSS provides SNAP enrollment, child care aid, and addiction recovery support. Apply online for housing and benefits assistance.

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
2

Virginia 2-1-1

Nonprofit

Virginia 2-1-1 connects you to utility help, DV shelter, and healthcare resources in Virginia. Call for housing, food, and health referrals anytime.

3

Virginia CommonHelp

Federal Government Program

Virginia CommonHelp offers SNAP, utility assistance, and child care benefits enrollment. Apply online to access housing and human services in VA.

Open provider page +1-855-635-4370
4

Western Tidewater Community Services Board

Local Government Program

Western Tidewater CSB provides mental health counseling, addiction recovery, and SNAP enrollment in Isle of Wight. Call for housing and support services.

Open provider page +1-757-925-2484
5

Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore

Nonprofit

Foodbank of Southeastern VA offers food pantries, meals, and SNAP help. See pantry locations and meal programs across Isle of Wight and nearby areas.

Open provider page +1-757-627-6599
6

Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program

Nonprofit

Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program runs food pantries, SNAP enrollment, and addiction recovery. Visit to get food and housing-related aid.

Open provider page +1-757-356-9267
7

ForKids Regional Housing Crisis Hotline

Nonprofit

ForKids Regional Housing Crisis Hotline provides emergency shelter, housing vouchers, and free legal help. Call for immediate housing assistance in Isle of W...

Open provider page +1-757-587-4202
8

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia Transportation

Nonprofit

Senior Services of Southeastern VA offers transportation and senior services, including mental health support. See eligibility and schedule rides.

Open provider page +1-757-461-9481
9

The Genieve Shelter

Nonprofit

The Genieve Shelter offers a DV shelter, 24/7 hotline, and benefits enrollment for survivors of abuse. Call for safe housing and support services.

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
10

Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia

Nonprofit

Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia provides free legal help, SNAP enrollment, and addiction recovery support. Contact for housing rights and benefits navi...

Open provider page +1-942-398-0948

Recommended next steps

  • Call Isle of Wight DSS first for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, energy aid, and emergency referrals.
  • Dial 211 and ask for Carrollton/Isle of Wight shelter, rent, food, transport, and mental-health options.
  • Apply through CommonHelp for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, child care, and energy assistance.
  • For mental-health or substance-use needs, contact Western Tidewater CSB; call 988 for immediate crisis support.
  • Use the Foodbank get-help page to find current nearby pantry distributions before traveling.
  • Contact Isle of Wight Christian Outreach for local food and basic-needs help.
  • If homeless or at risk, call ForKids' housing crisis line and request coordinated-entry screening.
  • Ask Senior Services about transportation if age 60+, disabled, or needing medical/essential rides.
  • If domestic violence or unsafe at home is involved, call The Genieve Shelter hotline immediately.
  • For eviction, benefits denials, debt, or public-benefits issues, apply for help through Legal Aid.

Need categories

Mental Health Services

  • Counseling and Crisis

Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability