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Graphic with a photo of a mother practicing breastfeeding with WIC peer support. The text reads Arlington WIC families are helping babies thrive. 59% of Arlington WIC infants are breastfeed at 1 year, compared with 41% of infants nationwide. National WIC Breastfeeding Week.
Overdose Awareness Vigil flyer with three images of candles in a bowl in an outdoor setting, purple hearts with names of loved ones pinned on a mesh wall, and a group of people holding candles at night. Monday August, 31, 7 p.m., Courthouse Plaza 2100 Clarendon Blvd. Arlington VA 22201. The Arlington County and AARI logos at the bottom.
Promotional graphic announcing "Human Services In Action" on a blue gradient background, with a laptop displaying an Arlington County webpage about Heather Williams honored as Virginia's Nurse of the Year and the Arlington Virginia logo in the corner.
A card with chip technology, text, and the Virginia Department of Social Services logo. Same benefits: more protection. Your new SNAP EBT chip card is coming. Verify your address to ensure it reaches you. Online: visit commonhelp.virginia.gov. In Person: visit your local department of social services office.
Hydrate & Beat the Heat: drink water regularly, avoid alcohol and caffeine, find more tips on ReadyArlington.com. @readyarlington on Twitter. Woman drinking water and staying cool on a hot day.
A very small tick on a fingertip. The text reads: Ticks can be small and easy to miss. A quick check can help protect you.
A person hiking in the woods with a walking stick. The text reads: summer plans? Don't forget a tick check!
A finger with a super small tick. The text reads: Ticks can be really small - some as small as a poppy seed.
A child looking through a magnifying glass with text that reads: Outside today? Do you know where to check for ticks?
Three older adults hanging out in a park. The text reads: Public Comment Period Fiscal Year 2027 Area Plan for Aging Services - June 22, 2026 - July 21, 2026
Mental Health Awareness Month: Connection and Support. Mental well-being isn't a solo effort. Connecting with friends, family, pets coworkers, or community resources can help you feel less stress and less alone. Check in with someone you trust or let someone check in on you. Learn about local mental health resources, so support feels easier to access when you need it. An awareness nugget mascot sharing a tip.
Mental health awareness month: finding your own path. There is no single right way to support mental health. What helps one person may not help another, and it's okay if strategies need to change over time. Reflect on one activity or routine that helps you cope with difficult situations. Consider revisiting it-or letting it go-based on what you need to know. An awareness nugget mascot shares a tip.
Flyer for Community Conversation with Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble including a portrait of the author, information about the event and contact information for dburnett@arlingtonva.us.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Caring for the mind and body. Mental health and physical health go hand in hand. Simple, intentional actions can support well-being without having to do it all. Choose one basic need to start-rest, hydration, gentle movement, or nourishment. Aim for progress, not perfection. An awareness nugget shares tips and reflection prompts for MHAM.
Two children in a swimming pool with the text "we help keep every swim safe." above them. Below their faces is the text "307 licensed pools, 908 inspections" followed by the Arlington Public Health logo.
At the intersection of IDD and Crisis Response, Thursday, May28, 206, 6-8 p.m. Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. A child smiling with Arlington County Sheriff's Officers at a community resource fair.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Defining "Good Days." A good day doesn't have to mean perfect. It can mean manageable or simply getting through. What's "good" is different from person to person and it can change over time. What was one good thing that was good about today? What's one thing that you can do that would make a hard day better? An 'awareness nugget' mascot wearing a green ribbon for Mental Health Awareness Month shares a tip.
A parent and child reading a book together. A speech bubble reads "calling ALL families!"
Arlington Public Health bingo card.
Two Communicable Disease team members looking at data from Arlington County.
A nurse putting a prescription together.
Image of Heather Williams, the text reads Congratulations Heather Williams - Arlington County Public Health Nurse of the Year and Northern Virginia Regional Nurse of the Year.
A Parent-Infant Education nurse plays and assesses a child (not pictured).
An instructor demonstrates how to breastfeed an infant.
A child receiving a vaccine from an Arlington Public health nurse. The child looks calm and reassured.
Collage of several Arlington Public Health team members. Images include activities such as providing vaccines, working with patients, responding to outbreaks, and tabling at community events to raise awareness.
Arlington Housing Choice Voucher Program (AHCVP) Administrative Plan Public Comment Period. Share your feedback on the policies that guide how the AHCVP provides rental assistance for eligible low-income families, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Arlington County Department of Human Services Operating Status with Arlington County DHS logo.
The Arlington Teen Work Experience & Job Fair, featuring photos of teens in work and volunteer settings, including customer service, outdoor recreation, and food distribution. Text reads: “Arlington Teen Work Experience & Job Fair,” “March 21, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.,” and includes the Arlington Teen Summer Job Fair logo and the registration website.
Flyer that reiterates the title, theme, date, and ways to participate for the 2026 Community Engagement Forum on Aging. The flyer includes a graphic of icons for a person in a wheelchair, a person walking with a mobility device, a car, and a bus.