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Charlottesville

“City of Second Chances”

Homecoming

Resource Guide

This POCKET PAL

Updated in 2013 by

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Welcome Home!

We’re glad to have you back with us in the

Charlottesville/ Albemarle County community.

Starting over isn’t easy. We hope that this

reference guide will prove useful in the days ahead.

Our community is here to support you!

NEXT STEPS:

1. Report to your probation/parole officer.

Information is located on page 16.

2. You will need identification in order to get the

services you need, do business, and apply for a

job. See Identification, pages 10 and 11 for

information on how to obtain the necessary

documents.

3. For help with Food see page 8.

Shelter pages 16 and 17. Transportation

page 18.

4. Several peer support groups exist to provide assistance, friendship and support as you face the challenges of re-entry. See page 15.

IF AT ANY POINT YOU NEED RESOURCES

THAT ARE NOT LISTED IN THIS BOOKLET,

CALL 211 TOLL FREE,

24-HOURS A DAY

This reference guide was prepared by the:

Charlottesville Dialogue on Race

Re-entry Support for Ex-Offenders Action Team.

For more copies, please call the City Manager’s

Office: 434-976-3101

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NOTES

RESTORATION OF VOTING AND CIVIL RIGHTS

FOR NON-VIOLENT FELONS!

Governor McDonnell has announced, effective July 15,

2013, a process for the restoration of your civil and voting

rights if you meet the following conditions:

1. Completion of your sentence, probation or parole

2. Payment of all court costs, fines, restitution, and

completion of other court-ordered conditions

3. Have no pending felony charges

To find out if you qualify or to get more information, you

can contact:

Restoration of Rights Division | 855-575-9177

Web site: www.commonwealth.virginia.gov/ror

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND RECOVERY (CONTINUED)

Mohr Center | 434-979-8871 1014 East Market St.,

Charlottesville

Provides shelter to men at risk of arrest for public

intoxication and residential substance addiction

treatment.

Region Ten Community Services Board | 434-972-1800

Offers self- help programs, intensive substance abuse

outpatient programs and a community outreach

program. Charges vary with income, and can be

reduced or waived for very low income persons.

TRANSPORTATION General Commuter Information | (888) 974-5500 Charlottesville Free Trolley

Operates between downtown Charlottesville and the University of Virginia area. See back cover

Charlottesville Albemarle Transit Service (CAT)

| 434-970-3649

Public bus transit to the Charlottesville/Albemarle

Community offering standard and regular routes with

fixed time schedules.

JAUNT Inc. |434-296-3184

Provides transportation to area citizens, serving both

the general public and human service agency clients,

and provides transportation to citizens with

disabilities.

Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR) | 434-296-2441

May provide free bus passes during job seeking

period.

University Transit Service (UTS) | 434-924-7711

Operates a bus in and around the Grounds of the

University of Virginia.

The information contained herein is the most current available as of July 2013. The Dialogue on Race does not guarantee the

accuracy of the information provided nor the existence or the continuation of any of the services described herein and specifically

disclaims any responsibility for the safety or reliability of included services. The Inclusion in this booklet does not imply endorsement nor does omission imply lack of endorsement by the Charlottesville

Dialogue on Race.

Thanks to all of the community organizations that provided assistance with the information gathered in this document.

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CELL PHONE ….………........................................... 4 CLOTHING……...................................................... 4 DENTAL SERVICES…….........................................4-5 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE .................................. 5 EMPLOYMENT...................................................5-7 JOB SEEKER ASSISTANCE…..................................6 JOB TRAINING, COUNSELING & PLACEMENT…..................7 FOOD...................................................................8 GED, LITERACY & EDUCATION……………………………..9 HEALTH SERVICES…..………...............................9-10 HIV/AIDS…….......................................................10 HOUSING (TEMPORARY)……................................10 IDENTIFICATION……........................................10-11 LAUNDRY……..................................................... 12 LEGAL SERVICES……….........................................12 MAIL ………….......................................................12 MEDICAL CARE……….................................. ....... 13 MEDICAID/MEDICARE………............................... 13 MENTAL HEALTH……......................................... 14 PARENTING ASSISTANCE……............................. 14 PEER SUPPORT GROUPS…….............................. 15 PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE.....…….......... 15 PROBATION/PAROLE .................................... 16 SHELTERS (DAY)………......................................... 16 SHELTER (OVERNIGHT)………............................. 17 SOCIAL SERVICES……......................................... 17 SUBSTANCE ABUSE & RECOVERY......…..........17-18 TRANSPORTATION…......................................... 18

A Note From the Mayor

Dear Home-comer,

This booklet has been prepared especially for you, and I hope you will make the most of the resources described in it. I am proud to say that Charlottesville has declared Itself :

“A City of Second Chances.”

We want you and your fellow home-comers to have every opportunity to succeed in your re-entry into the community. There are a lot of caring people and organizations here that want to help you avoid re-incarceration. Please take them up on their offers of assistance. You can do this!

Best wishes, and we’re glad to have you home.

Satyendra Singh Huja, Mayor, City of Charlottesville

CONTENTS

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CELL PHONE (Free)

Assurance Wireless: 1-888-898-4888

SafeLink Wireless: 1-800-Safelink (800-723-3546) You must be receiving some form of public assistance for this phone; ask your case-worker for a referral.

CLOTHING

The Clothing Center | 434-977-6876

815 Bolling Avenue, Charlottesville

Low-cost, used clothing that is free with a voucher from

a social service agency or church.

Goodwill Industries Thrift Shop Two sites:

1720 Seminole Trail, Charlottesville | 434-872-0171

1242 Richmond Road, Charlottesville | 434-295-3967

Hours: Mon.-Sat 8am-9pm

Sun.-12 noon-6 pm

Salvation Army Thrift Stores | 434-979-5230

604 Cherry Avenue, Charlottesville

Provides used clothing, household goods, and

furnishings at minimal or no cost to those with a

demonstrated need. For a voucher call the Salvation

Army Emergency Services Program at 295-4058.

Schoolhouse Thrift Shop | 434-973-2271

1147 East Rio Road, Charlottesville

Non-profit store sells used clothing.

Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10:00am-4:00pm

Sat. 10:00am-1:00pm.

SPCA Rummage Store | 434-293-8475

943 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville

Low cost used clothing and household goods

Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-6 pm

DENTAL SERVICES Phone ahead to determine eligibility

Charlottesville Free Clinic (CFC) | 434-972-6233

1138 Rose Hill Drive, Suite 200, Charlottesville

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Proof of income verification needed.

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SHELTER (OVERNIGHT) Salvation Army Emergency Shelter | 434-295-4058 207 Ridge Street, Charlottesville

Provides shelter and meals for qualified individuals and families

PACEM | 434-465-1392

112 West Market Street, Charlottesville

Open only late October through end of March

PACEM is a shelter of last resort. During the shelter

period, intake begins each night between 5:30 and

5:45 pm. For more information about eligibility of

services contact:

Men’s Shelter Line: 434-465-1392

Women’s Shelter Line: 434-465-7521

SOCIAL SERVICES

Albemarle County | 434-972-4010 1600 5th Street Extended Suite A, Charlottesville City of Charlottesville | 434-970-3400 120 7th Street NE, City Hall Annex, Charlottesville

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & RECOVERY

Alcoholics Anonymous | 434-293-6565

Answering service. Provides information about meeting dates, times and places.

Charlottesville Al-Anon Family Group | 434-972-7011

Answering service. An anonymous twelve-step

mutual support group for families of alcoholics and

drug abusers.

Narcotics Anonymous |434-979-8298

Twelve- step, self-help group for recovery from drug

abuse.

On Our Own | 434-979-2440

123 Fourth Street NW, Charlottesville

This group advocates for the rights of consumers of

mental health services. Provides some free services to

its members

To supplement family income, contact your local Department of Social Services for food stamps, medical insurance and public assistance. Call for an appointment

first.

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PROBATION/PAROLE

Federal Probation/Parole

Federal Court House | 434-295-6909

255 W. Main Street # 101, Charlottesville

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm

State Probation/Parole

District 9 State Probation and Parole | 434-295-7194

Western District of Virginia

750 Harris Street, Suite 202, Charlottesville

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:15am – 5:00pm

Local Probation

(Misdemeanors and Class 5 and 6 Felonies)

Offender Aid and Restoration/OAR/Jefferson Area

Community Corrections | 434-296-2441

750 Harris Street, Suite 207, Charlottesville

Hours: Mon. ,Tues., Thurs. 8:30am– 4:30pm

Wed. 8:30am – 5:30pm

Fri. 7:30am – 2:30pm

SHELTERS (DAY)

The Haven | 434-973-1234 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville

The Haven provides this community with a central

place to receive vital services and get connected to

social service providers. Some services: breakfast

meal, short-term storage, showers, laundry facilities,

computer access, living room, community garden.

Referrals are available to on-site service providers

offering substance abuse assessment, mental health

peer support, financial literacy and counseling, legal

assistance, public housing applications, resume

development and job search coaching.

They also can make referrals for overnight shelter,

health advocacy, and social services such as food

stamp screening.

October - April, open 7:00am–5:00pm.

April - October, open 7:30am–4:30pm weekdays

7:30am– 12:00pm Saturdays

10:00am to 3:00pm Sundays

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It is mandatory that you report to your probation/

parole officer within 72 hours of your release.

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DENTAL SERVICES (CONTINUED)

UVA Dental Clinic | 434-924-1774 or 434-243-6378 Does not accept Medicaid and Medicare

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

MACAA-CARES (Coalition Assisting Residents in Emergency Situations) | 434-295-3171 1025 Park Street, Charlottesville

Eligible clients can receive cash assistance one time per fiscal year (July 1-June 30) in three main categories of need: eviction prevention, foreclosure prevention, utility termination prevention. In addition, there is a small amount of money for

Medical prescriptions. Love, Inc. (In the Name of Christ) | 434-977-7777 198 Spotnap Road, Suite C-1, Charlottesville

Individuals in need and others on behalf of those in need contact Love, Inc. Needs include food

clothing, furniture, transportation, tutoring/ mentoring, budgeting assistance, counseling and family help. Phone calls taken 10am—3pm, M-F.

EMPLOYMENT

Some useful sites include:

www.vawc.virginia.gov

www.snagajob.com

www.craigslist.com

This area’s major employers:

University of Virginia www.virginia.edu

(look under Featured Links and click on “Jobs at

UVA”)

University of Virginia Medical Center

www.healthsystem.virginia.edu (click on “Careers”)

City of Charlottesville www.charlottesville.org

(click on “Community” then “Employment”)

County of Albemarle www.albemarle.org

Unlike years ago, looking for a job today takes knowledge of

computers and use of the Internet. Some job ads are

placed in local newspapers, The Hook, C’Ville Weekly (free

weekly papers) and the Daily Progress, but the majority will

be found on websites.

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EMPLOYMENT (continued)

Job Seeker Assistance is available at:

The Virginia Workforce Center | 434-963-2960

2211 Hydraulic Road, Suite 100, Charlottesville

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.

8:30am—7:00pm Wednesday

1. Free use of computers, telephones, fax and copy

machines and paper.

2 . Limited assistance in filling out on-line applications

3. Information/access to other social services organizations

4. Free computer classes for job seekers, providing

instruction on how to find a job on line.

Albemarle Career Center | 434-972-4011, ext.3617

1600 5th Street Extended, Suite A, Charlottesville

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am-Noon & 1:00pm– 4:00pm

1. Free use of computers, telephones, fax and copy

machines and paper

2 . Limited assistance in filling out on-line applications

3. Experienced career counselors

The Haven | 434-973-1234

112 West Market Street, Charlottesville

Fall/winter hours 7-5 every day. Spring/summer hours M-F 7:30am – 4:30pm Sat 7:30am-12:00pm Sun 10:00am-3:00pm

1. Resume writing assistance

2. Job coaching

Jefferson-Madison Regional Library | 434-979-7151

201 East Market Street, Charlottesville

Hours: M-Th 9:00am– 9:00pm; F, Sat 9:00am– 5:00pm;

Sunday hours (during the school year)

1. 2 hour blocks for job searching on the jobs computer

2. Fees for printing and copying

3. Virginia Employment Commission available every

other Thursday for career counseling

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PEER SUPPORT A Gift of Hope (Peer support for women)

Meets Thursdays, 6:00pm—8:00pm The Haven | 434-973-1234

112 West Market Street, Charlottesville

Believers and Achievers | 434-906-9491 or 434-296-9240

Meeting Thursdays, 5:30pm Crescent Hall 500 South 1st St., Charlottesville

On Our Own | 434-979-2440 123 Fourth Street NW, Charlottesville

Hours: Monday- Saturday, 12:00pm -7:00pm Closed Sunday

Lending Hands | 434-409-2932 Peer support for Women

PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE

United Way Thomas Jefferson Area | 434-972-1701

To be eligible for the Prescription Relief Program you

must be:

*Low income

*Have no prescription drug coverage

Charlottesville Free Clinic See page 13 Prescriptions are available to current patients. UVa Medical Center See page 13 Provides prescriptions at reduced cost. Must complete a

financial screening process

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MENTAL HEALTH

Region Ten Community Services Board | 434-972-1800

504 Old Lynchburg Road, Charlottesville

Offers self-help programs, intensive substance abuse

outpatient programs and community outreach program.

Charges vary with income, and can be reduced or

waived for very low income persons.

Charlottesville Department of Social Services

| 434-970-3400

Albemarle County Department of Social Services

| 434-972-4010

Mental Health of America of Charlottesville | 434-977-4673 www.mha.avenue.org NAMI (National Alliance of Mentally Ill) Blue Ridge Family

Alliance | 434-296-2519 945 Old Garth Rd., Charlottesville

Family Support Meetings: First Thursday of the

month : 5:30pm to 7:00pm. A local affiliate of National

Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI).

On Our Own | 434-979-2440 123 Fourth St NW, Charlottesville

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 12pm-7:00pm Closed Sunday

To provide mutual support, self-help, advocacy,

education, information and referral services for

individuals who acknowledge having significant

problems in their lives due to mental illness and who

are seeking to take responsibility for their own growth

and recovery while supporting each other.

PARENTING ASSISTANCE

Charlottesville Youth and Family Services Real Dads Program | 434-296-4118 ext. 252

Support and resources for fathers who are incarcerated or who are coming home from

incarceration. Also, support for high-risk, low-income fathers.

TransParenting Program | 434-296-4118 ext. 269

One time 4 hour class designed to help families

support their children during major family transitions.

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Job Seeker Assistance (continued)

Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR) | 434-296-2441

750 Harris Street, #207, Charlottesville

Hours: Monday —Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm

Friday 7:30am-3:30pm

The Re-entry Program at OAR works with people who

face barriers because of their criminal records. Their

staff assist ex-offenders with job readiness skills, job

strategizing, preparing for applying and interviewing

with criminal records, creating resumes and also may

help with transportation during the job searching

period. The staff also work with addressing all needs

and barriers faced because of criminal convictions.

JOB TRAINING, COUNSELING AND

PLACEMENT PROGRAMS (No cost to you)

Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services | 434-296-5621 Virginia Workforce Center 434-984-7630 2211 Hydraulic Road, Suite 100, Charlottesville

Helps persons with disabilities find and keep jobs

and/or reach a higher level of independence in daily

living. You must attend an orientation and meet eligi-

bility requirements before assistance can be given.

Call for time of weekly orientation.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) | 434-963-2991 at the Virginia Workforce Center 2211 Hydraulic Road, Charlottesville

SCSEP offers an employment program for individuals

55 and older who need to learn new skills to become

more employable. Paid internships (on-the-job train-

ing) with local employers are set up for those clients

who meet the eligibility requirements.

There will be eligibility requirements to meet in order to

obtain assistance through these programs

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FOOD

SOUP KITCHENS and PUBLIC MEALS: Breakfast

The Haven | 434-973-1234

112 West Market, Charlottesville

Mon-Sat: Breakfast 7:00am-8:00am

Sunday lunch at 1:00pm

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Salvation Army | 434-295-4058

207 Ridge Street, Charlottesville

Monday-Friday: Breakfast 6:45am/Dinner 6:00pm

Sat & Sun: Breakfast 7:15am/Lunch 12:00pm/

Dinner 6:00pm

Charlottesville Daily Lunches 12:00-1:00pm Monday: First United Methodist, 101 E. Jefferson Street

Tuesday: Christ Episcopal Church, 103 W. Jefferson Street

First Baptist Church, 632 West Main Street (Oct-Apr)

Wednesday: First Presbyterian Church, 500 Park St

Thursday: Holy Comforter, 208 E. Jefferson Street

Friday: First Baptist Church, 735 Park Street (1pm-2 pm)

FOOD BANKS: Emergency Food Bank | 434-979-9180

900 Harris Street, Charlottesville

Call between 9:00am-noon, M-F to request food

Pick up food between 1:30pm-3:30pm

EFB provides a three day supply of food to persons

in need once a month on a self-referral basis.

Thereafter by social service referral only.

ID required

Holy Comforter Church | 434-293-8989

208 East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville

10 am-noon Tues., Wed., and Fri.

Walk-in, picture ID required

USDA food, one time a month

Jefferson Park Baptist | 434-293-6175

2505 Jefferson Park Avenue, Charlottesville

Emergency food closet open 9am-11am, Wednesdays

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MEDICAL CARE

University of Virginia (UVa) Health System

UVA Medical Center | 434-924-3627 or 800-251-3627

1215 Lee Street, Charlottesville

Financial assistance available

Martha Jefferson Hospital (by Hospital Referral only)

500 Martha Jefferson Drive, Charlottesville

| 434-654-7009 or 1-888-652-6663

The following service is by appointment only. Call

434-296-5525 to see that you are eligible.

Charlottesville Free Clinic (CFC)

1138 Rose Hill Drive, Suite 200, Charlottesville

For prescription refills call 434-961-2933

Day and evening appointments available Provides free

medical care and prescription medications for uninsured

adults and their families

Charlottesville/Albemarle Health Department

| 434-972-6200 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville

Offers immunizations, disease prevention in HIV/AIDS

and STD’s, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis. Provides

medications for low-income, uninsured individuals with

HIV/AIDS.

MEDICARE/MEDICAID Call the Department of Social Services to determine

eligibility for Medicare.

Medicaid pays for health and medical care such as doctor

and hospital bills, prescription medicines and nursing home

care. Applicants must be in one of the following categories:

age 65 or older, disabled, blind, child in foster care, families

with children, and pregnant women.

Charlottesville Department of Social Services

| 434-970-3400

Albemarle County Department of Social Services

| 434-972-4010

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LAUNDRY

The Haven | 434-973-1234 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville

Free laundry facilities. October thru April, open 7:00am–5:00pm

April thru October, open 7:30am-4:30pm weekdays 7:30am-12:00pm Saturdays 10:00am-3:00pm Sundays

LEGAL SERVICES

Central Virginia Legal Aid | 434-296-8851

Telephone intake Monday thru Thursday 9:00am-11:30

am and 1:00-2:30pm. For emergency cases, domestic

violence cases and for clients aged 60 and over,

telephone intake is available, Monday thru Friday

9:00am-5:00pm.

Legal Aid Justice Center | 434-977-0553

1000 Preston Avenue, Suite A, Charlottesville

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday

Se habla espaňol.

MAIL

The Haven

112 West Market Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Free postal services at front desk

U.S. Post Office, Charlottesville

Apply at the Main Street Post Office on the Downtown

Mall. Cost to purchase a small, locked mail box for 6

months is $30

If you do not yet have a residence or mailing address, here

are two suggestions:

Legal aid may be available at a reduced rate for people who

can not afford it. If you are in need of legal advice or repre-

sentation, contact:

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FOOD BANKS (continued)

Belmont Baptist Church | 434-296-7111

830 Monticello Avenue, Charlottesville

10:30am-2pm Tuesday through Friday

Must live in Belmont/Carlton neighborhood

FOOD STAMPS PROGRAM

Now called SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program)

Albemarle County | 434-972-4010

1600 5th Street Extended, Charlottesville

City of Charlottesville | 434-970-3400

120 7th Street NE, City Hall Annex, Charlottesville

GED, ESL and COMPUTER LITERACY

Albemarle County Adult Education (some fees)

| 434-296-3872 ext 8

City of Charlottesville Adult Education (some fees)

at the: Adult Learning Center | 434-245-2817

935-A 2nd St SE, Charlottesville

Call for times and locations

Classes in GED , English as a Second Language, and

Basic Computer Skills are available. Scholarships are

available. OAR also may pay tuition fees. .

Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle (LVCA)

| 434-977-3838

233 4th Street NW, Charlottesville

Offers free individualized tutoring to adults who want

to improve basic reading and writing skills or English

as a second language (ESL).

HEALTH SERVICES

Charlottesville/Albemarle Health Department | 434-972-6200 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville

Offers immunizations, disease prevention in HIV/AIDS

and STD’s, viral hepatitis and tuberculosis. Provides

medications for low-income, uninsured individuals

with HIV/AIDS

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HEALTH SERVICES (continued)

Charlottesville Free Clinic | 434-296-5525 1138 Rose Hill Drive Suite 200, Charlottesville

The Charlottesville Free Clinic is a health support system that provides non-emergency medical care, a pharmacy for its patients and limited dental and psychiatric services.

HIV/AIDS Aids/HIV Services Group (ASG) | 434-979-7714

315 Tenth Street NE, Charlottesville

ASG’s client services program provides a lifeline to

people living with HIV, or, those whose life style may

have exposed them to risk. Case management is

provided according to federal and state standards of

care. Clients have access to a food pantry, support

groups, volunteer work and social opportunities, skills-

building classes, housing assistance, and prevention

programs.

HOUSING (Temporary) Salvation Army Emergency Shelter | 434-295-4058 207 Ridge Street, Charlottesville

Provides crisis intervention through emergency shelter.

IDENTIFICATION

Offender Aid and Restoration | 434-296-2441

750 Harris Street, #207 Charlottesville, VA 22903

Hours: Monday— Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm

Friday 7:30am – 3:30pm

If you did not have time to get your personal identification

information together before you were released, either of

these agencies will assist you in getting:

A copy of your birth certificate

Your Virginia driver’s license or a Virginia picture ID

from the local Department of Motor Vehicles

Your replacement Social Security card

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IDENTIFICATION (continued)

The Haven | 434-973-1234

112 West Market Street

Charlottesville, VA 22902

Fall/winter hours: 7:00-5:00 every day. Spring/summer hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30am–4:30pm

Sat. 7:30am–12:00pm Sun. 10:00am-3:00pm

You may need to pay minimal costs in some instances

Call ahead for details

Birth certificate

To obtain an original or copy of your Virginia birth

certificate,* Pick up an application at the Charlottesville/

Albemarle Health Department, 1138 Rose Hill Drive,

PO Box 7546, Charlottesville | 434-972-6200

Contact the Virginia Office of Vital Records at

(804) 662-6200 or write to Virginia Office of Vital

Records, P. O. Box 1000, Richmond, VA 23218. There is

a $12 fee for each birth certificate copy requested.

Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

*If you were not born in Virginia, contact the

appropriate department in your state of birth

Picture Identification

To obtain a picture ID, visit our local:

Department of Motor Vehicles | 1-866-368-5463

2055 Abbey Road, Charlottesville (Pantops, Rte 250

East, CAT Bus 10)

There is a $10 fee

Phone ahead to find out what documents are

needed or,

You can find a list of acceptable documents on the

DMV website:

www.dmv.state.va.us/webdoc/id/get_id.asp

NO photocopies accepted, only original

documents

Obtaining a Replacement Social Security Card

Social Security Administration Office |1-866-613-3959

1470 Pantops Mountain Place, Charlottesville (CAT Bus 10)

Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm (Wed. close at noon to public)

Phone ahead to determine which documents you will

need to bring with you or, for more information, go to

the website: http://www.socialsecurity.gov.

If you want to obtain these documents on your own,

here’s how: