How to apply for Arkansas DHS county office — Washington
Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of County Operations
Who it's for
The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) county office for Washington County is at 4201 N. Shiloh Dr. Suite 110, Fayetteville, AR 72703-2084. It is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 479-521-1270. A second Washington County DHS office is at 4252 Frontage Road, Fayetteville (479-442-4029). DHS county offices are run by the Division of County Operations, which processes applications for public assistance. You can apply for health care (Medicaid) and SNAP food benefits at your local county office, or apply and manage benefits online at Access.Arkansas.gov.
This office is a place to apply and get help. Each program (Medicaid, SNAP) has its own income and eligibility rules, and the Arkansas Department of Human Services makes the final decision.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Call or visit the office to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-479-521-1270
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Arkansas DHS county office — Washington. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need call or visit the office to ask what to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.