For the fastest service and shortest wait, please call to make an appointment. Walk-in and evening hours are available.

Click here for a complete listing of health department addresses, maps and phone numbers. 

Virginia Medicaid Expansion

As of January 1, 2019, a single adult making at or below $16,750 annually may be eligible for medicaid.  A parent in a family of three with a household income at or below $28,700 may qualify.  An applicant must be 19 to 64 years old and cannot receive or be eligible for Medicare. Additional criteria apply.

Medicaid expansion will have a positive impact on the families and communities we serve by increasing access to comprehensive health care and improving health outcomes. The specific details of the expansion are ongoing.  You may access additional information including, eligibility, how and when to apply by visiting the  Cover Virginia website. 

Additional information:

• Detailed Information
• Medicaid Expansion Announcement
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Medicaid Expansion Brochure

Human Services 

Free Prescription Discount Card

Immunizations and Vaccinations

Fairfax County previously partnered with Inova Health Systems to provide care to uninsured residents at three Community Health Care Network (CHCN) sites in Merrifield (Fairfax), South County (Alexandria) and North County (Reston). On July 1, 2019, Neighborhood Health assumed operations of the Merrifield and South County sites, and HealthWorks for Northern Virginia assumed operations of the North County site. Fairfax County and Inova are working with Neighborhood Health and HealthWorks to assure a smooth transition and that patients continue to get the best, most compassionate care possible. 

Neighborhood Health and HealthWorks are federally qualified health centers with years of experience providing primary medical, dental and behavioral health care to low-income individuals and families in Northern Virginia. 

The goal of HealthWorks and Neighborhood Health is to facilitate access for current/active CHCN patients. Thus, current/active CHCN patients will not have to go through eligibility again before their first appointment with HealthWorks or Neighborhood Health. Patients are automatically enrolled with HealthWorks or Neighborhood Health and may call the existing number for an appointment, after July 1. 

The Department of Family Services (DFS) promotes the well-being of the County and City’s diverse communities by protecting and improving the lives of children, adults and families through supportive services, education and advocacy. Services provide the framework for safe communities, a thriving economy, excellent schools, and opportunities for everyone to feel connected and engaged.

Click here for more information on health care programs for children.

City of Fairfax residents may request a reduction for the dental clinic cost. To apply for the program a" Request for Fee Reduction" application form and supporting documentation must be submitted a minimum of three weeks in advance.  All requests will be evaluated based on overall household income and size relative to the financial assistance eligibility scale which is included with the application.

COVID19 UPDATES FOR NORTHERN VIRGINIA DENTAL CLINIC OPERATIONS

Eligibility Requirements and Services Provided at the Dental Clinic
  
Dental Clinic Fee Reduction Program Application and Instructions

Download the Shepherd's Center Medical Transportation Flyer (English)

Download the Shepherd Center Medical Transportation Flyer (Spanish)