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Local offices in Davidson County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Davidson County Department of Social Services
913 Greensboro Street, Lexington, NC 27293
Help here
- Food and nutrition assistanceApply for food and nutrition benefits for eligible households.Apply online
- MedicaidApply for Medicaid and get help with questions about coverage.Apply online
- Child care assistanceApply for help paying for child care if your family qualifies.Apply online
- Work FirstEligible families with children may apply for temporary cash and work support.Apply onlineRead more
- Child and adult protective servicesContact social services to report concerns about abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Public health · County office
Davidson County Health Department WIC
915 Greensboro Street, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- WICEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children can get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Child support · County office
Davidson County Child Support Services
208 Salem Street, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help setting up, collecting, or enforcing child support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Housing help · Regional office
Lexington Housing Authority
1 Jamaica Drive, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the housing authority about housing assistance programs and current application openings.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lha-nc.org
Housing help · City office
Thomasville Housing Authority
201 James Avenue, Thomasville, NC 27360
Help here
- Housing choice vouchersAsk about housing choice vouchers and rental assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on thomasvilleha.org
Public health · County office
Davidson County Health Department
915 Greensboro Street, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department for local clinic and public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Older adults · County office
Davidson County Senior Services
555-B West Center Street Extension, Lexington, NC 27295
Help here
- Services for older adultsAsk about local services and support for older adults and caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Older adults · Regional office
Piedmont Triad Regional Council Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging services and referralsThe regional agency supports services and resources for older adults and their families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ptrc.org
Veterans · County office
Davidson County Veterans Services
220 East First Avenue Extension, Suite 2, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Emergency help · County office
Davidson County Emergency Management
935 N Main Street, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information about disaster preparedness, response, and recovery resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Jobs and training · State office
NCWorks Career Center of Davidson County
719 W. Center Street, Lexington, NC 27292
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career counseling, resumes, and information about training.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ptrc.org
State office
Thomasville License Plate Agency
1650 Liberty Drive, Thomasville, NC 27360
Help here
- Vehicle title and registrationVisit the license plate agency for vehicle title and registration services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov
Library · County office
Davidson County Public Library System
Help here
- Library servicesUse the county library system for books, public computers, and learning resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.davidson.nc.us
Davidson County, North Carolina website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Davidson County, closest to the center of Thomasville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Impact Food Pantry
Central Triad Church
13 miles from the center of Thomasville2925 Cole Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM (4th of the month). Or until supplies last
Who can come: Anyone in need throughout Winston-Salem and the Piedmont Triad
What to bring: Bring a Second Harvest Food Bank card if you have one, or a valid ID or driver's license. No registration is needed.
Listed on centraltriadchurch.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
We Care House Food Pantry
St. Peter's World Outreach Center
14 miles from the center of Thomasville3683 Old Lexington Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Who can come: Members, visitors and the community
Listed on spwoc.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Sunnyside Ministry
16 miles from the center of Thomasville319 Haled Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Tue9 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu9 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri9 AM to 11 AM
Listed on co.davidson.nc.us, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Gate City Vineyard Church Grocery Giveaway
Gate City Vineyard Church
18 miles from the center of Thomasville204 S Westgate Dr, Greensboro, NC 27407
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 10:30 AM. The third week of the month is served on Saturday instead.
- Sat9 AM to 10:30 AM (3rd of the month). For 2026, this Saturday visit replaces the Wednesday visit.
Who can come: People in need in Greensboro
What to bring: Appointment required. Register for each visit.
Languages: Spanish
Listed on gatecityvineyard.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte Food Pantry
Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte
18 miles from the center of Thomasville1612 14th Street NE, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
What to bring: Call at least 24 hours ahead to schedule an appointment. Appointments can also be scheduled online.
Listed on ccdoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
The Dwelling Community Meal
The Dwelling
18 miles from the center of Thomasville502 N Broad Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Sunday mornings: 10:00am(ish) fellowship with light breakfast; 12:00pm(ish) community meal
Who can come: The community
Listed on thedwellingws.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Davidson County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina
3330 Shorefair Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Davidson County Community Action, Inc.
PO Box 389, Lexington, NC 27293
Listed on ncdhhs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Davidson County
North Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by North Carolina 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 - 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
Talk to a person
- NC 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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