Resources
Additional resources recommended by ALIVE! to receive help in Alexandria
November 2020
Medicaid Expansion Open Enrollment
Open enrollment for Virginia Medicaid Expansion began on November 1st and runs through December 31st. This is important because this is the only time during the year in which Expansion recipients can switch between Medicaid health insurance plans. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, individuals have lost their health coverage or do not have health insurance through their employer. Please encourage [...]
Free Flu Shots in November
Inova Cares Clinic for Families is offering free flu shots for uninsured people throughout November, while supplies last. Appointments are required. To schedule a flu shot at the Alexandria location (4700 King St., Suite 100), call 571.665.6599. View or download a flyer for clinics scheduled in additional locations in Northern Virginia. Remaining clinics in Alexandria include:November 18: 3-5 p.m.November 20: 3-5 [...]
Winter Shelter in Alexandria
The City's Winter Shelter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The two locations are open 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily regardless of weather conditions. Learn more about the shelters and services and supports for those at risk for or experiencing homelessness.Lee Center (1108 Jefferson St.) is serving single adultsCarpenter's Shelter (5701 Duke St., Suite D) is serving familiesIf you encounter [...]
Virtual Legal Clinics by the Veterans Consortium
The Veterans Consortium, a pro bono legal service for veterans and their families/caregivers in the DMV, is holding free virtual legal clinics for veterans and their families/caregivers on Friday, November 13. The clinics will be from 10 AM to 2 PM, by appointment only. See flyer for details.
Saturday, November 14 Truck-to-Trunk
ALIVE! will distribute emergency groceries at two drive-through sites on Saturday, November 14 from 8:30 am - 10:30 am at the parking lot of Cora Kelly Elementary School (3600 Commonwealth Ave.) and parking lot B-1 of Northern Virginia Community College – Alexandria Campus (3320 Bisdorf Drive). Drive-through encouraged whenever possible for contactless distribution. You do not need to get out [...]
October 2020
Saturday, October 31 Truck-to-Trunk
ALIVE! will distribute emergency groceries at two drive-through sites on Saturday, October 31 from 8:30 am - 10:30 am at the parking lots of Cora Kelly (3600 Commonwealth Ave) and John Adams (5651 Rayburn Ave) elementary schools.Drive-through encouraged whenever possible for contactless distribution. Walk-ups are welcome and should maintain 6 feet social distance, wear a face mask, and bring carts [...]
