
If you are a senior age 62 or older, we have a $100 gift card incentive to thank you for fighting the spread of COVID-19 and to offer financial relief. Applications will be accepted May 8, 2023 – May 22, 2023.
How do I qualify?
- Must be age 62 or older (born on or before May 22, 1961)
- Must be a City of Portsmouth resident.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (No Boosters Needed)
How do I Apply?
- Complete an application and return it to the City of Portsmouth for approval.
- Applications will be located at the following:
Social Services,
1701 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Portsmouth Senior Station
3500 Clifford St, Portsmouth, VA 23707
Portsmouth City Hall
801 Crawford St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
City of Portsmouth website: www.portsmouthva.gov/seniorgiftcard
Any City of Portsmouth Library – The Library Staff will assist as follows:
Print a hard copy of the form: https://www.portsmouthva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/14067/senior-application
Where do I return my application?
Social Services Drop Box at 1701 High Street
Portsmouth City Hall at 801 Crawford Street – 6th Floor – City Manager’s Office
Any City of Portsmouth Library
Apply directly online at www.portsmouthva.gov/seniorgiftcard
Postal mail:
Attention: City Manager’s Office ARPA $100 Gift Card
P O Box 820
Portsmouth VA 23705
How do I get my gift card?
Once approved, the City Manager’s office will contact you with the time and convenient location for pickup.
Seniors must provide proof of Portsmouth residency, a copy of their vaccine card, and a copy of their state-issued identification card or driver’s license.
Each Qualified Senior will receive a $100 gift card. Fees may apply.
For additional Information, please contact Stacy Porter at: Stacy.porter@portsmouthva.gov
Click the following link for a message about this program from Interim City Manager Mimi Terry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxRDVTbaXhE
Thanks.
Bernadette L. Hogge
City Ombudsman
City of Portsmouth
801 Crawford Street
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5143 Ext. 4129
hoggeb@portsmouthva.gov