Social Services Department/DSS - Portsmouth, Portsmouth Department of Social Services
1701 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Eligibility
Low income families residing in the city of Portsmouth.
(757) 405-1800
Voice
Languages
Spanish
Application process
There are 3 ways citizens can apply for benefits:
Through the Cover Virginia Call Center at 855-242-8282
Through the Customer Portal called CommonHelp on the Virginia CommonHelp website
Through a paper application retrieved at our building or online
Service area
Portsmouth, VA
Providing quality services that address the health and welfare needs of the community, while promoting self-sufficiency.
Providing organization
Portsmouth Department of Social Services
Promotes safety and self sufficiency through agency programs and community partnership.