Fairfax County Office to Prevent and End Homelessness

01/03/2022

Happy New Year! We've changed our Facebook address to join our colleagues at Fairfax County Housing. Come on over and follow us so you can stay connected to Fairfax County's ongoing homelessness and affordable housing work.

01/01/2022

12/30/2021

12/29/2021

Free Training Program Offers Avenues to Careers in Healthcare

The Avenues to Career Training program is a FREE 8-week career training course that helps students explore the possibilities of a career in the healthcare industry and can get them started on the right foot. Whether you’re looking to enter the workforce or change your career field, ACT is a resource that can assist in charting a course for success!

Information Sessions are planned for January 11, 13, and 18. Come see how this experience might benefit you! Details: https://bit.ly/AvenuesToCareer-Jan2021.

Are you looking to begin a career in the healthcare industry? Perhaps you are looking to change the path of your current career? Avenues to Career Training (ACT) is a free eight-week training program to assist eligible participants to develop foundational skills and knowledge needed for medical cert...

12/28/2021

More than 1,000 residents experiencing homelessness face the risk of hypothermia this winter. Help us ensure that no one must sleep outside during the winter months. Learn more about the Fairfax County Hypothermia Prevention Program: https://bit.ly/Fairfax-Hypothermia-Program

12/27/2021

Shelter And A Hot Meal: How Fairfax Churches Help As Hypothermia Shelters

We're happy to share this recent story highlighting the county's Hypothermia Prevention Program. Thank you FACETS, Cornerstones, New Hope Housing, and our many faith community partners for all your work to help serve our most vulnerable neighbors this winter. https://patch.com/virginia/vienna/fairfax-churches-help-homeless-hypothermia-shelters-winter?utm_source=share-mobile&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share

Shelters and rotating Fairfax church sites host the hypothermia program, providing hot meals and shelter for those in need this winter.

12/24/2021

12/23/2021

One more week until our move to Fairfax County Housing on Facebook. If you haven't already, follow today so you don't miss a beat!

12/22/2021

12/21/2021

The Longest Night: A Time to Remember Those Experiencing Homelessness | Housing and Community Development

On this "longest night" of the year - and throughout the winter - we want anyone who is unsheltered to know that help is available. If you see someone who appears to be unsheltered, please call 703-691-2131. Details: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/housing/news/2021/the-longest-night-a-time-remember-those-experiencing-homelessness

Fairfax County, Virginia - The longest night of 2021 provides a real opportunity to consider those who experience homelessness in Fairfax County and how we can help.

12/20/2021

Five Tips to Help Stay Clear of Holiday Scams | News Center

Five tips for avoiding holiday shopping scams:
1. Beware of online "deals"
2. Use gift cards as gifts, not as payments
3. Research and verify before you act
4. Report scams
5. Assist those around you
Details at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/five-tips-help-stay-clear-holiday-scams.

The holiday shopping season is in full swing and scammers are shopping, too. Don’t be caught unaware; follow these tips to keep your financial information safe and outsmart would-be criminals. 1. Be Smart When Shopping Online People often promise some sort of great deal if you only pay online firs...

12/20/2021

Are you looking to begin a career in the healthcare industry? Join upcoming information session to find out about a free-week training program!

The Avenues to Career Training (ACT) training program assists eligible participants to develop foundational skills and knowledge needed for medical certification programs and a successful career in the healthcare industry. Details at: https://www.fcrha.org/post/free-training-program-offers-avenues-to-careers-in-healthcare

12/17/2021

Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Releases FY 2021 Annual Report

Check out our new FY 2021 Annual Report! It highlights many significant milestone achievements in our community. Details: https://www.fcrha.org/post/fairfax-county-redevelopment-and-housing-authority-releases-fy-2021-annual-report

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority has released its Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Report, highlighting many significant milestone achievements through the adversity of the pandemic. In a joint statement, FCRHA Chairman Melissa McKenna and Tom Fleetwood, Director of the Fairfax County D...

12/16/2021

Financial Closing for “One University” Development Marks Historic Achievement

Great News!

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) has completed the financial closing for the much anticipated One University development project! The development will deliver 120 units of affordable multifamily apartments, 120 units of affordable senior independent living, and 333 units of student housing on a 10.8-acre property adjacent to the George Mason University Campus. Details at: https://www.fcrha.org/post/financial-closing-for-one-university-development-marks-historic-achievement

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) has completed the financial closing for the much anticipated One University development project – clearing the way for construction to begin on Fairfax County’s latest affordable housing community. The project also marks a historical...

12/16/2021

Did you know that 1/3 of all Christmas tree fires are a result of electrical failures or malfunctions? Many of these fires can potentially be prevented by following simple steps.

Details: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2021/12/08/christmas-tree-oh-christmas-tree-6

12/14/2021

As we all get ready to enjoy the holiday season, we need to consider how we can best ensure that the time we spend with families and friends keeps everyone safe and healthy. Cases of COVID-19 are increasing and there is a new variant, Omicron, that has been found in certain parts of the country. At this time, we have not identified Omicron locally but the number of COVID-19 cases has been going up and the Northern Virginia region has returned to high transmission level this week.

Details: https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2021/12/09/covid-19-testing-and-travel-guidance-updates-in-time-for-holiday-planning/

12/13/2021

Friendly Reminder:

OPEH's Facebook account will be moving to Fairfax County Housing starting in January 2022! Continue to be a part of our social network by following Fairfax County Housing today!

12/13/2021

Have you seen someone who may need of shelter? Call the County’s non-emergency Police phone number – 703-691-2131. Officers will respond, conduct a wellness check, and refer them to available shelters. Details: https://bit.ly/Fairfax-Hypothermia-Program

12/10/2021

With the holiday season upon us, many residents are looking for ways to spread holiday cheer in their communities. From coats and clothing to toys and gift cards, Fairfax County has a variety of opportunities to participate in holiday giving. Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/holiday-giving-2021

12/09/2021

Webinar: Can You Benefit from Homebuyer Programs in Northern Virginia?

Learn how you can benefit from first-time homebuyer programs at this weekend’s webinar hosted by @Novahousingexpo starting at 1 p.m. Details: https://www.fcrha.org/post/webinar-can-you-benefit-from-homebuyer-programs-in-northern-virginia.

Homeownership is an important step towards building personal wealth and achieving greater financial independence, but it can be challenging for renters and prospective homeowners with low- and moderate-incomes to achieve their dreams of owning a home in the Northern Virginia housing market. First-Ti...

12/08/2021

Free Training Program Offers Avenues to Careers in Healthcare

Are you looking to begin a career in the healthcare industry?

If so, check out the Avenues to Career Training (ACT) is a free eight-week training program, which assists eligible participants to develop foundational skills and knowledge needed for medical certification programs and a successful career in the healthcare industry. Details: https://www.fcrha.org/post/free-training-program-offers-avenues-to-careers-in-healthcare

Are you looking to begin a career in the healthcare industry? Perhaps you are looking to change the path of your current career? Avenues to Career Training (ACT) is a free eight-week training program to assist eligible participants to develop foundational skills and knowledge needed for medical cert...

12/07/2021

In July 2020, the Office to Prevent and End Homelessness merged with the Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development. Starting in January 2022, we’ll be using a unified account to continue sharing information about homelessness and housing in Fairfax County as well as a variety of related resources. Continue to be a part of our social network by following Fairfax County Housing today!

12/04/2021

Health Department Urges Boosters and Prevention Strategies to Reduce Spread of COVID-19 and Emerging Variants
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The Fairfax County Health Department joins the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in strengthening their recommendation on booster doses for individuals who are 18 years and older. Everyone aged 18 and older should get a booster shot either six months after their initial Pfizer or Moderna series or two months after their initial J&J vaccine. Getting vaccinated reduces your risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death; it also helps reduce the spread of the virus in the communities.

Details at: https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2021/12/02/health-department-urges-boosters-and-prevention-strategies-to-reduce-spread-of-covid-19-and-emerging-variants/

12/04/2021

Check out the OPEH's December Newsletter at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/housing/news/2021/fairfax-falls-church-community-partnership-prevent-and-end-homelessness-newsletter-dec-2021

12/01/2021

Fairfax County's Hypothermia Prevention Program begins today! Help us ensure that no one has to sleep outdoors this winter. Details: https://bit.ly/Fairfax-Hypothermia-Program

11/30/2021

BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Card Home Test kits will be available at each of Fairfax County Public Library’s 13 open community branches and 8 regional branches beginning Friday, December 3.

In a unique collaboration with public health, Fairfax County Public Library branches will become distribution sites for free COVID-19 rapid antigen at-home test kits as part of a pilot program beginning Dec. 3.

☑️ BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Card Home Test kits will be available at each of Fairfax County Public Library’s 13 open community branches and 8 regional branches.

☑️ Quantities are limited. Neither proof of residency nor a library card is required, and the kits are free of charge.

☑️ The test should be taken at home, not in a library branch (however, most branches provide a strong Wi-Fi signal in parking lots). If someone is exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms, please request kits via the library’s contactless curbside pickup service.

Details: https://bit.ly/3FXaYPf

11/28/2021

The Hypothermia Prevention Program serves about 215 of our neighbors experiencing homelessness each night by giving them a warm place to sleep, a meal, and access to additional supportive services. Shelter locations are open December 1 through April 1. Details: https://bit.ly/Fairfax-Hypothermia-Program

11/25/2021

11/24/2021

Public health leaders in Northern Virginia are encouraging residents to "Stay Safe from COVID-19 this Holiday Season" - https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2021/11/23/stay-safe-from-covid-19-this-holiday-season/