Greene County

Local offices in Greene County

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

• Public health · State office

  Greene County WIC Clinic

  1031 Apalachee Avenue, Greensboro, GA 30642

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and young children can get nutrition support and food benefits.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 706-453-7561DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Ocmulgee Milledgeville Division of Child Support Services

  111 Fieldstone Drive, Suite 200, Milledgeville, GA 31061

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can apply for help establishing or enforcing child support orders.Apply online
  Call 844-694-2347DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Greene County Division of Family and Children Services

  1951 South Main Street, Greensboro, GA 30642

  Help here

  • Food, medical, and cash assistanceApply for or get help with food benefits, Medicaid, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.Apply online
  Call 706-453-5116DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Area Committee to Improve Opportunities Now (ACTION)

  2440 West Broad Street, Suite 9, Athens, GA 30606

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceContact ACTION to ask about community assistance and programs serving Barrow County.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Greene County Health Department

  1031 Apalachee Avenue, Greensboro, GA 30642

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet immunizations, family planning, screenings, and other public health clinic services.
  Call 706-453-7561DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Advantage Behavioral Health Center, Greene County

  1040 Silver Road, Greensboro, GA 30642

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesAdults, children, and teens can get outpatient mental health and substance use care.
  Call 855-333-9544DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Greene County Senior Center

  Help here

  • Senior services and mealsOlder residents can ask about senior center services and meal programs.
  Call 706-453-7463Website

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

• Veterans · State office

  Greensboro Veterans Field Service Office

  113 North Main Street, Suite 117, Greensboro, GA 30642

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with claims and other veterans benefits.
  Call 706-453-7455DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Greene County Emergency Management Agency

  1034 Silver Drive, Suite 201, Greensboro, GA 30642

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and disaster recoveryGet information about preparing for emergencies and help coordinating disaster response and recovery.
  Call 706-817-6600DirectionsWebsite

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

Greene County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Greene County

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

Cities and towns in Greene County

• Greensboro
• Siloam
• Union Point
• White Plains
• Woodville

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