CommonHelp: Apply for and Manage Benefits Online

CommonHelp is a secure online tool for people who live in Virginia to check eligibility, apply for benefits and manage their information—all in one place.

You can use CommonHelp to:

• Check the status of your benefits
• Report changes to your household, income or contact information
• See which programs you may qualify for before applying

Apply Online Using CommonHelp

Programs You Can Explore Through CommonHelp

CommonHelp can help you check eligibility for programs that support health, food and basic needs, including:

• Low- or no-cost health care
• Help paying for prescription drugs
• Child care assistance
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• Food assistance, including the
  Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Temporary cash assistance for families with children, including the
  Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program

Getting Started with CommonHelp

If you’re new to CommonHelp:

• You can use an online screening tool to see what help you may qualify for
• You’ll need to create an account to apply for benefits or manage your information

Creating an account allows you to return later, upload documents and track updates.

Note: Some individuals who receive Unemployment Insurance benefits may not be eligible for certain programs available through CommonHelp.