McIntosh County

Local offices in McIntosh County

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

• Child support · State office

  Atlantic Hinesville Child Support Office

  945 E.G. Miles Parkway, Hinesville, GA 31313

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help opening a child support case, establishing a support order, or enforcing an order.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 877-423-4746DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  McIntosh County DFCS Office

  1221 North Way, Darien, GA 31305

  Help here

  • Food assistanceApply for food assistance through the Georgia Department of Human Services.Apply online
  • Medicaid and TANFAsk the office about Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.Apply online
  Call 912-437-4193DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way of the Coastal Empire 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 912-651-7730Website

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

• Public health · State office

  McIntosh County Health Department

  1335 GA Highway 57, Townsend, GA 31331

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesGet public health services and clinic care through the county health department.
  • WICGet nutrition support and food benefits through the health department's WIC program.
  Call 912-832-5473DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging

  1181 Coastal Drive SW, Darien, GA 31305

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportCall for help finding meals, in-home support, caregiver services, and other local resources.
  Call 800-580-6860DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on coastalrc.ga.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  McIntosh County Emergency Management Agency

  1019 Production Row SW, Darien, GA 31305

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet help preparing for emergencies and sign up for local alerts.
  Call 912-437-5170DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Brunswick Career Center

  2517 Tara Lane, Brunswick, GA 31520-2758

  Help here

  • Employment and job search helpGet help with job searches, career services, and workforce programs.
  Call 877-709-8185DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Three Rivers Regional Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe library system offers books, digital resources, computers, research help, and learning programs.Read more
  Website

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

• Local office · County office

  McIntosh County Commission Office

  1200 North Way, Darien, GA 31305

  Help here

  • County services and informationGet information about county services, forms, meetings, and departments.
  Call 912-437-6671DirectionsWebsite

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

McIntosh County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McIntosh County

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

Cities and towns in McIntosh County

• Darien

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