Henderson

Local offices in Henderson

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

• Housing help · County office

  Vance County Housing Authority

  224 Lincoln Street, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the housing authority about its low-rent public housing program.
  Call 252-438-6127DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hud.gov

• Utilities · City office

  City of Henderson Utility Billing

  134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Utility billing and payment helpAsk the city about utility bills, payment plans, or service account questions.Read more
  Call 252-430-5700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on henderson.nc.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  NC 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with basic needs such as housing, food, utilities, and health care.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on nc211.org

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  NCWorks Career Center

  826 S Garnett Street, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesGet help searching for jobs and connecting with employment services.
  Call 252-598-5200DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Henderson Driver License Office

  1080 Eastern Boulevard, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationApply in person for a driver license or identification card and complete required tests.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Perry Memorial Library

  205 Breckenridge Street, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers, and join library programs.Read more
  Call 252-438-3316DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Henderson City Hall

  134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • City services and informationVisit or call City Hall for help with city services and information.
  Call 252-430-5700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on henderson.nc.gov

City of Henderson website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Henderson first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Hannah's Community Kitchen

  32 miles from the center of Henderson

  5524 N Roxboro Rd, Durham, NC 27712

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Individual pickup starts at 9:30 AM, until 200 are served. 2026 dates: January 6, 14, 28; February 3, 11, 25; March 3, 11, 25; April 7, 8, 22; May 5, 13, 27; June 2, 10, 24; July 7, 8, 22; August 4, 12, 26; September 1, 9, 23; October 6, 14, 28; November 3, 11, 25; December 1, 9. Fourth Wednesday in December closed.

  Who can come: All people

  What to bring: Write down your name, race, date, address, and number of people in your home.

  Call 919-358-2048DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on meals2many.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Greater Waltown UHC Food and Clothing Pantry

  Greater Waltown UHC

  33 miles from the center of Henderson

  706 Belvin Avenue, Durham, NC 27704

  Hours

  • Wed12:30 PM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 919-220-7087DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on greaterwaltownuhc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Emanuel Food Pantry

  34 miles from the center of Henderson

  2504 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704

  Hours

  • Wed2 PM to 4 PM. Register for a reserved time slot

  Who can come: Anyone who needs assistance

  What to bring: Register online Wednesday morning for a reserved time slot. No ID or documentation is required. Provide your name and household size.

  Call 919-526-3386DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on emanuelfoodpantry.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  North Raleigh Ministries Food Pantry

  North Raleigh Ministries

  34 miles from the center of Henderson

  2809 E. Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27604

  Hours

  • Mon10:30 AM to 2 PM
  • Tue10:30 AM to 2 PM
  • Wed3:30 PM to 7 PM
  • Thu10:30 AM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Residents of ZIP codes 27604, 27609, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, and 27616

  What to bring: Bring a government-issued photo ID showing your current address in the service area, or an ID plus a lease or utility bill in your name.

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 919-844-6676DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on northraleighministries.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Millbrook United Methodist

  Millbrook United Methodist Church

  35 miles from the center of Henderson

  1712 E. Millbrook Rd., Raleigh, NC 27609

  Hours

  • Sat10 AM to 12 PM

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 919-876-0865DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on foodfinder.foodbankcenc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Life Harvest Food Pantry

  Baptist Grove Church

  35 miles from the center of Henderson

  7109 Leesville Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613

  Hours

  • Sat10 AM to 11 AM (2nd and 4th of the month). January to October; 10 AM to 11 AM (1st and 3rd of the month). November to December

  Who can come: Anyone

  What to bring: No ID is required. Guests are asked to register with their name; first-time guests are asked for address, demographic, and household information.

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on baptistgrovechurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Henderson

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

Job help near Henderson

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

• American Job Center

  NCWorks Career Center- Vance County

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  0.4 miles away

  826 S Garnett Street, Henderson, NC 27536

  Hours: Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm; Thursday, 8:30am - 12:00pm

  Call 252-598-5200DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 13, 2026

• Youth program

  Vance-Granville Community College

  3.3 miles away

  200 Community College Rd, Henderson, NC 27537

  Call 252-492-2061DirectionsWebsite

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Vance County

Henderson is in Vance County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Vance County Department of Social Services

  500 North Beckford Drive, Suite C, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportAsk about food assistance, Medicaid, child care help, Work First, and energy assistance.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and payments.
  Call 252-492-5001DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Vance County WIC Office

  115 Charles Rollins Road, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.Apply online
  Call 252-492-3147DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Granville Vance Public Health, Vance County Health Clinic

  115 Charles Rollins Road, Henderson, NC 27537

  Help here

  • Public health clinicGet health clinic and public health services for Vance County residents.
  Call 919-693-2141DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Vance County Courthouse

  156 Church Street, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Court information and self-helpFind courthouse contacts, court information, and online tools for preparing some court forms.Read more
  Call 252-430-5100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Kerr-Tar Area Agency on Aging

  1724 Graham Avenue, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Regional aging services and referralsOlder adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities can get information about local support, transportation, nutrition, and in-home services.
  Call 252-436-2040DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Vance County Veterans Services

  300 South Garnett Street, Henderson, NC 27536

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 252-438-4619DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Vance 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