Claxton

Local offices in Claxton

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

• State office

  Evans County DFCS Office

  201 Freeman Street, Claxton, GA 30417

  Help here

  • Food, health, and cash benefitsVisit DFCS for help with applications for food, Medicaid, and cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 912-739-1222DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Claxton-Evans County Public Library

  701 West Main Street, Claxton, GA 30417

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use public library resources.
  Call 912-739-1801DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on strl.info

• Local office · City office

  City of Claxton City Hall

  206 Railroad Street, Claxton, GA 30417

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services and questions.
  • Utility billingPay city utility bills or ask about starting water, sewer, or natural gas service.Apply online
  Call 912-739-1712DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Claxton website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Claxton

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

Offices for all of Evans County

Claxton is in Evans County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Evans County Division of Family and Children Services

  201 Freeman Street, Claxton, GA 30417

  Help here

  • Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit or contact this office for help with food assistance, Medicaid, or TANF benefits.Apply online
  Call 912-739-1222DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Child support · State office

  Georgia Division of Child Support Services, Atlantic Hinesville Office

  945 East G Miles Parkway, Hinesville, GA 31313

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can contact this office for help with child support services and cases.Apply onlineRead more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Action Pact Evans County Office

  11093 Highway 280 East, Claxton, GA 30417

  Help here

  • LIHEAP utility assistanceEligible households can apply for help paying heating or cooling utility bills.Apply online
  Call 912-430-2266DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on actionpact.itfrontdesk.com

• Public health · Regional office

  Evans County Health Department

  4 North Newton Street, Claxton, GA 30417

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and clinic information.
  • WICWIC provides eligible families with food support, nutrition education, breastfeeding help, and health referrals.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 855-473-4374DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Heart of Georgia Altamaha Area Agency on Aging

  331 West Parker Street, Baxley, GA 31513

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpCall the agency for help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
  Call 888-367-9913DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Georgia Department of Veterans Service, Statesboro Office

  3A West Altman Street, Statesboro, GA 30458

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can get help with questions and applications for state and federal veterans benefits.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.georgia.gov

Everything in Evans County

Georgia programs by kind of help

These are run by Georgia 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
• 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