The sad news of the recent fire in Olde Towne has the community rallying around the surviving sister, Andrea, who lost her sister, her dog, her car, and all her possessions. St. John’s Episcopal Church, in Olde Towne, is taking monetary donations to assist Andrea as she bravely battles both physical injuries she sustained in the fire, and the emotional devastation of such a great and personal loss.
The fire, which took place this past Tuesday, completely gutted this historic home in Olde Towne, but with the brave and tireless efforts of the Portsmouth Fire Department, no other homes were damaged.
We hope you will consider helping a longtime fellow neighbor in her time of need.
Click here to be taken directly to St. John’s donation site.
A very special thanks to Jonie Harris and Laz Patrado for their incredible efforts on enhancing our neighborhood entrance. The new signage is beautifully showcased.
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
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.
Virginia Mortgage Relief Program Hosts Application Assistance Outreach Event
Program Staff Onsite in Portsmouth, VA
The Virginia Mortgage Relief Program, or VMRP, was established through the 2021 American Rescue Plan to address mortgage and other qualified home ownership-related delinquencies to avoid default, foreclosure, or displacement due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
VMRP will be in Portsmouth, see details below:
Location: Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority 3116 South Street Portsmouth, VA 23707
Date: Thursday, October 27, 2022
Time: 12 – 5 p.m.
During the event, case management and outreach staff from the Virginia Mortgage Relief Program will be on-site to help homeowners, who need assistance with mortgage and other housing-related costs due to the pandemic, learn more about the program and complete their applications.
If you have a constituent who would like application assistance, please ask them to schedule an appointment to meet with a case manager at this event by contacting the VMRP Call Center at 833-687-8677, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Walk-ins for application support at the outreach event will be accepted as availability permits. Note: Applicants with a completed application on file with the VMRP do not need to attend.
Those interested in applying for program assistance at the event can view a list of required documents and program eligibility requirements can be found, HERE.
Program Background
VMRP provides assistance of up to $40,000 for qualified homeowners as long as funding is available.
For qualified homeowners, the VMRP offers financial assistance for:
Delinquent mortgage payments, mortgage reinstatement or other housing payments related to a period of forbearance, delinquency, or default;
Delinquent homeowner’s flood and mortgage insurance;
Delinquent homeowner’s association (HOA) fees or liens and other fees and charges; and/or
Delinquent property taxes.
This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number HAF-0003 awarded to the Commonwealth of Virginia by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
