Colbert

Local offices in Colbert

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

• Local office · City office

  Colbert City Hall

  60 W. 1st Ave, Colbert, GA 30628

  Help here

  • City government and city servicesVisit or call City Hall with questions about city government and services.
  • Water and sewer billsCall City Hall with questions about water or sewer service and bills.
  Call 706-788-2311DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on colbertgeorgia.com

City of Colbert website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Colbert

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

Offices for all of Madison County

Colbert is in Madison County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Madison County DFCS Office

  135 General Daniels Ave, Danielsville, GA 30633

  Help here

  • Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFApply for food assistance, Medicaid, or cash assistance and get help with your case.Apply online
  Call 706-795-2128DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way of Northeast Georgia 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get help finding local food, housing, utility, health, job, and other community resources.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Madison County Health Department

  1424 Highway 98 W, Danielsville, GA 30633

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health services and health information from the county health department.
  • WICGet help with WIC food benefits and nutrition support; Madison County WIC clients are currently seen at the Commerce clinic.Apply online
  Call 706-795-2131DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Madison County Senior Center

  1265 Highway 98 W, Danielsville, GA 30633

  Help here

  • Senior center services and mealsAdults over 60 can join weekday activities, get a hot lunch, and ask about home delivered meals.
  Call 706-795-6250DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on madisoncountyga.us

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northeast Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging and disability service referralsCall to learn about services such as meals, transportation, respite, and personal care.Apply online
  Call 706-583-2546Website

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

• Veterans · State office

  Athens Veterans Field Service Office

  9249 U.S. Highway 29, Athens, GA 30601

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits through the office serving Madison County.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Madison 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