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Emergency Assistance - Amherst, Amherst County Social Services

Provides short-term limited financial assistance to families with children when a fire or other natural disaster has destroyed those things necessary to take care of the individuals family. Cannot be more than $500.00 and is limited to 30 consecutive days in any 12 month period.

Physical Address

224 2nd Street, Amherst, VA 24521

Hours

Monday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM; Tuesday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM; Thursday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM; Friday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Fax

(434) 946-9319

Fax

(434) 946-9319

Application process

Unrestricted. Telephone referral accepted. Walk-ins accepted. Self-referral accepted. Appointment required Written application required.

Languages

Spanish

English

Service area

Amherst, VA

Agency info

Amherst County Social Services

Provides social work services, financial services, and volunteer opportunities administered according to state and federal regulations.