Henderson County

Local offices in Henderson County

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

• Human services · County office

  Henderson County Department of Social Services

  1200 Spartanburg Hwy, Suite 300, Hendersonville, NC 28792

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportApply for family and adult benefits and ask for help with child care, food, and family support.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and enforcement.
  Call 828-697-5500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  WNCSource

  220 King Creek Blvd, Hendersonville, NC 28793

  Help here

  • Community action servicesAsk about housing help and community programs for eligible residents.
  • Community transportationArrange community transportation for trips to medical care, groceries, and other essential destinations.Read more
  Call 828-693-1711DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Hendersonville Housing Authority

  203 N Justice St, Hendersonville, NC 28739

  Help here

  • Public and affordable housingApply for public housing and ask about affordable rental housing for eligible households.Apply online
  Call 828-692-6175DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Henderson County Department of Public Health

  1200 Spartanburg Hwy, Suite 100, Hendersonville, NC 28792

  Help here

  • Public health careGet public health services, including immunizations and clinic appointments.
  • WIC and nutritionGet information about WIC, nutrition services, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 828-692-4223DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Mountain Aging Partners

  105 King Creek Blvd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about senior services, caregiver support, and help finding local resources.
  Call 828-692-4203DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Henderson County Veterans Services

  900 N Main St, Hendersonville, NC

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Henderson County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about county emergency planning and response.Read more
  Call 828-697-4728Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  NCWorks Career Center - Henderson County

  Blue Ridge Community College, Sink Building, 130 Eagles Reach Dr, Flat Rock, NC 28731

  Help here

  • Job and workforce servicesGet help looking for work and connecting with workforce services.
  Call 828-694-1755DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  NCDMV Hendersonville Driver License Office

  125 Baystone Dr., Hendersonville, NC 28791

  Help here

  • Driver licensesVisit the DMV office for driver license services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Henderson County Public Library

  301 N Washington St, Hendersonville, NC 28739

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books, use computers, and find learning resources through the county library system.
  Call 828-697-4725DirectionsWebsite

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

Henderson County, North Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Henderson County

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

Job help near Henderson County

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- Henderson County

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  2.3 miles away

  130 Eagles Reach Dr., Blue Ridge Community College Sink Bldg., Flat Rock, NC 28731

  Hours: Mon-Thurs 8 to 5 Friday 8 to 4:30

  Call 828-694-1755DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 13, 2026

• Youth program

  Cumberland County Schools

  0.7 miles away

  414 4th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739

  Call 828-697-4733DirectionsWebsite

• Youth program

  Henderson County Public Schools

  0.7 miles away

  414 Fourth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739

  Call 828-697-4733DirectionsWebsite

• Apprenticeship office

  Blue Ridge Community College

  2 miles away

  180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock, NC 28731

  Call 828-694-1766Directions

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.

Cities and towns in Henderson County

• Flat Rock
• Fletcher
• Hendersonville
• Laurel Park
• Mills River

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