Townsend

Local offices in Townsend

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

• Local office · City office

  Town of Townsend Town Hall

  141 Main Street, Townsend, DE 19734

  Help here

  • Town services and trash billingContact Town Hall for town services and questions about town trash service fees.
  Call 302-378-8082DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townsend.delaware.gov

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  M.O.T. Jean Birch Senior Center

  300 South Scott Street, Middletown, DE 19709

  Help here

  • Senior programs and supportAdults age 50 and older in the Townsend area can join activities and ask about support services.Read more
  • Senior transportationMembers can ask the center about rides to the center, medical visits, and other appointments.Read more
  Call 302-378-4758DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on motseniorcenter.com

• Library · City office

  Townsend Townhall Library

  141 Main Street, Townsend, DE 19734

  Help here

  • Book reservationsTown residents can reserve books and pick them up at Town Hall.Read more
  Call 302-378-8082DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townsend.delaware.gov

Town of Townsend website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Townsend

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

Offices for all of New Castle County

Townsend is in New Castle County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  Claymont WIC Clinic

  3301 Green Street, Claymont, DE 19703

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportGet nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 302-283-7540DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhss.delaware.gov

• Child support · State office

  Division of Child Support Services, New Castle County Office

  Churchman’s Corporate Center, 84A Christiana Road, New Castle, DE 19720

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage, managing support orders, or enforcing payments.Apply online
  Call 302-577-7171DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhss.delaware.gov

• State office · State office

  DeLaWarr State Service Center

  500 Rogers Road, New Castle, DE 19720

  Help here

  • Benefits and MedicaidVisit to learn about, apply for, or manage social service benefits and Medicaid.Apply online
  Call 302-622-4500DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dhss.delaware.gov

• Human services · County office

  New Castle County Department of Community Services

  77 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 19720

  Help here

  • Community services and housing programsFind county housing and community programs and get help connecting with services.
  Call 302-395-5600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on newcastlede.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  New Castle County Housing Authority

  77 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 19720

  Help here

  • Housing Choice Voucher ProgramGet information about applying for housing assistance and managing a voucher.
  Call 302-395-5600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on housing.nccde.org

• Local office · Regional office

  Delaware 211

  Help here

  • Health and human services referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for basic needs, health, and other services.Read more
  Call 800-560-3372Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on delaware211.org

Everything in New Castle County

Delaware programs by kind of help

These are run by Delaware 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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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