Auxiliary Grants

Portsmouth Department of Social Services

1701 High Street, Suite 101
Portsmouth, VA 23704

(757) 405-1800

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Contact Information

Main
(757) 405-1800
Toll-Free
(800) 552-7096
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Who We Are

The Auxiliary Grant (AG) program provides an income supplement for individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and certain other aged, blind, or disabled individuals who reside in a licensed assisted living facility (ALF) or an approved adult foster care (AFC) home. This assistance is made available to ensure that adults are able to maintain a standard of living that meets a basic level of need.



An individual’s AG payment includes payment for room and board, maintenance and care, and a personal needs allowance.



To be eligible, a person must:

  • Be 65 or older, blind or disabled
  • Have countable resources of less than $2,000 for one person, $3,000 for a couple
  • Have countable income that is less than the approved rate for the home plus an allowance for personal items
  • File an application in the locality where the person lived prior to entering the adult care residence or adult-care home
  • Have been assessed and determined to need care in an adult care residence or an adult family placement

You can apply for Benefit Programs online at CommonHelp or by telephone by calling 1-855-635-4370

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Portsmouth City

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Medicare
Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
No
Residency Requirements
Yes
Other Eligibility Criteria
Must meet requirement of the program and be a Portsmouth resident

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Contact the office. Walk-ins accepted; appointment required for some programs. You may also apply for benefits online at CommonHelp
Self Refer
Yes
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