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Featured News and Highlights
E-Bike Voucher Applications Open Tomorrow
 Arlington County is offering vouchers to help residents purchase electric bikes (e-bikes). Residents can apply for an e-bike voucher between Aug. 14 - 28 for a $600 discount!
If you or a member of your household is enrolled in an eligible Department of Human Services Program OR you live in an eligible unit in an affordable housing complex, you may qualify to receive a discount of $1,650. Download the Flyer in English and Spanish
 Stop by the county information areas near the entrance; indoor hours: Fri., Aug 15, 4-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Check out the list of great events.
 Lead Could be Hiding in Plain Sight
Because lead is a naturally occurring metal, exposure can happen almost anywhere. It’s important to remember that there’s no safe level of lead in the blood.
Kids are more likely to explore the world by putting things in their mouths. And when exposure occurs during important growing years, lead poisoning can have long-term negative effects. That’s why the Virginia Department of Health reminds us it’s important to get kids who are at risk tested for lead exposure, especially at ages 1 and 2.
Learn more about the VDH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program.
Bring Your Expertise to Our Team
Teen Ambassadors Needed
Want to make an impact in your community? DHS seeks for enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate students in Arlington high schools to be Teen Ambassadors and help develop the Arlington’s Child & Youth Well-Being Plan.
This is your chance to be heard, represent your generation, and work directly with local leaders to build a stronger, more inclusive Arlington for all children and youth. Ambassadors will represent a various races, cultures, genders, and backgrounds to ensure the plan is inclusive, equitable, and truly reflects our community. Questions? Contact: youthwellbeing@arlingtonva.us. Applications open til Thur., Aug. 21.
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Upcoming Events
August 14: Elementary Health Fair
Newly registering elementary students can get their vaccines at the Health Fair next week hosted by APS and School Health. It's free of charge! Walk-ins are welcome, registration is encouraged.
Date: Thurs., Aug. 14
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Long Branch Elementary School (33 N. Fillmore St. Arlington 22201)
Registration: Fill out the registration form
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August 18 & 20: VICAP Classes
 Learn more about Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) insurance counseling to Medicare Beneficiaries.
Registration is required by calling 703-228-1725, or via online registration forms:
August 21: Ticket to Work
Are you between the ages of 18 and 64? Are you currently receiving disability benefits from Social Security? Are you interested in increasing your income and becoming financially independent?
Attend this session to learn about Social Security’s Ticket to Work program which offers disability beneficiaries an opportunity to achieve greater financial independence by providing education about benefits, individualized employment services, and support maintaining meaningful work.
Date: Thurs., Aug. 21
Time: 1 p.m.
Registration: Register on Zoom
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August 28: International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil
Each year, the Arlington Addiction Recovery Initiative (AARI) hosts a candlelight vigil in observance of International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD)—a global day of remembrance for lives lost to overdoses. For the past three years, the Arlington community meets to honor those we've lost, support those who grieve, and raise awareness about the ongoing impact of substance use.
Date: Thurs., Aug. 28
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Shirlington Library Plaza (4200 Campbell Ave.)
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