Gordon

Local offices in Gordon

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Gordon Water Works

  692 Tifton Road, Gordon, AL 36343

  Help here

  • Water, wastewater, and garbage serviceApply for water, sewer, or garbage service and ask questions about your utility bill.
  Call 334-522-3113DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofgordon.org

• Courts and legal help · City office

  Gordon Municipal Court

  692 Tifton Road, Gordon, AL 36343

  Help here

  • Municipal court and ticket paymentsAsk about a court date or pay a town court fine at Town Hall.
  Call 334-522-3113DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofgordon.org

• Local office · City office

  Gordon Town Hall

  692 Tifton Road, Gordon, AL 36343

  Call 334-522-3113DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofgordon.org

Town of Gordon website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gordon

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Houston County

Gordon is in Houston County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Houston County Department of Human Resources

  1605 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, AL 36301

  Help here

  • Food assistanceContact the office for help with food assistance applications.
  • Child supportContact the office for help with child support services.
  • Family and child servicesFamilies can contact the office for help with family and child services.
  Call 334-677-0400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Wiregrass 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wiregrass211.com

• Housing help · Regional office

  Dothan Housing

  1001 Montana Street, Dothan, AL 36302

  Help here

  • Housing Choice VouchersResidents can contact the agency about rental assistance through housing vouchers.
  Call 334-794-6713DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dothanhousing.org

• Public health · State office

  Houston County Health Department

  1781 East Cottonwood Road, Dothan, AL 36301

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesResidents can get immunizations, family planning, testing, and other clinic services.
  • WICThe clinic provides WIC services for eligible pregnant people, parents, and young children.
  Call 334-678-2800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Houston County Circuit Court

  114 North Oates Street, Dothan, AL 36303

  Help here

  • Self-represented court filing helpPeople representing themselves can contact the clerk to arrange help with court registration and filing steps.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on houston.alacourt.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Houston County In-Home Services Program

  1699 Ross Clark Cir., Suite 1, Dothan, AL 36301

  Help here

  • Support for older adultsEligible residents age 60 and older can get help with meals, errands, housekeeping, and other daily needs.
  • Energy assistance sign-upStaff can help eligible older adults sign up for energy assistance when funding is available.
  Call 334-793-4225DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on houstoncountyal.gov

Everything in Houston County

Alabama programs by kind of help

These are run by Alabama and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026