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Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)

4824 George Washington Highway
Portsmouth, VA 23702

(757) 686-5004

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Contact Information

Main
(757) 686-5004
Toll-Free
(800) 522-5019

Who We Are

Portsmouth Field office staff of the Virginia  Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) provides services to help Virginians with disabilities prepare for, secure, retain or regain employment and become more independent and self-sufficient.



Information about employment, community living, assistive technology and disability determination service can be found on the website or by contacting a local office.  Locate the DARS office nearest you or call 1.800.552.5019.



DARS can also provide counseling to people with disabilities resulting from birth defects, illness or disease, accidents or the stress of daily life. They evaluate the strengths and limitations of individuals, provide personal and vocational counseling, and arrange for medical care, vocational training and job placement. Services are focused in employment, community based services, assistive technology/devices and equipment.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Chesapeake City
,
Portsmouth City
,
Suffolk City

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
Persons with a disability, including students age 14 to graduation.

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Monday through Friday 8:15am until 5pm

Intake Process
Telephone referrals accepted. Appointment/written application/specific documents required.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes