Auxiliary Grant for Adult Care Residence

An auxiliary grant is a supplement to income for recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and certain other aged, blind, or disabled individuals residing in a licensed assisted living facility or an approved adult foster care home. This is assistance available from local departments of social services to ensure that recipients are able to maintain a standard of living that meets a basic level of need.



Must be18 years of age and older and blind or disabled or 65 years or over and residing in a licensed adult care residence(ACR). Individuals must be screened to determine level of care prior to entering the ACR. Must be a resident of Halifax County before entering ACR.



Prior arrangements needed for non-English speaking customers.

CommonHelp is the Commonwealth of Virginia’s fast and easy way to apply online for many Virginia social services assistance programs. Through a single online site, you can find out what assistance you might be eligible for and submit one application saving you time and effort.  Visit CommonHelp