Fayette County
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Local offices in Fayette County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Fayette County Job & Family Services
133 S Main Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Food, cash, medical, and child care assistanceVisit or contact the office for help with applications for food, cash, medical, and child care benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fayette-co-oh.com
Child support · County office
Fayette County Child Support Enforcement Agency
133 S Main Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Child support servicesThe agency helps establish and change support orders, collect payments, and locate a parent.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fayette-co-oh.com
Housing help · Regional office
Fayette/Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority
121 E East Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the housing authority about housing assistance and its application process.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fayettehighlandhousing.com
Public health · County office
Fayette County Public Health
317 S Fayette Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department for public health services and health information.
- WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits to eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on faycohd.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Fayette County Law Library
110 E Court Street, First Floor, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Legal research and formsThe public can use legal forms and research materials at the library, but staff cannot give legal advice.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fayette-co-oh.com
Older adults · Nonprofit
Fayette County Commission on Aging
1179 South Elm Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Senior servicesAdults age 60 and older can ask about local aging services and support to help them live at home.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on fayette-co-oh.com
Older adults · Regional office
Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging
3776 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43207
Help here
- Aging and caregiver informationThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with local aging services and support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on coaaa.org
Veterans · County office
Fayette County Veterans Service Commission
133 South Main Street, Suite 404, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Veterans benefits and claims helpVeterans and eligible family members can get help with VA claims, benefits, and forms.
- Emergency assistance for veteransEligible veterans and family members may ask for temporary help with rent, utilities, transportation, or food.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fayette-co-oh.com
Emergency help · County office
Fayette County Emergency Management Agency
109 E East Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and response informationThe agency coordinates local plans for preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fayette-co-oh.com
Jobs and training · County office
OhioMeansJobs Fayette County
133 S Main Street, Lower Level, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Job search and training helpResidents can use job search resources and get help planning for work or training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on omjfayettecounty.com
State office
Fayette County Title Office
103 E East Street, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Help here
- Vehicle title servicesVisit the title office for vehicle title services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bmvonline.dps.ohio.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Fayette County, closest to the center of Washington Court House first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Hoge Memorial Presbyterian
34 miles from the center of Washington Court House2930 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43204
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Last two consecutive Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m.
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 43204, 43223, and 43228
What to bring: Photo ID and proof of address required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Glenwood UMC
35 miles from the center of Washington Court House2833 Valleyview Dr., Columbus, OH 43204
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Sunday 8 a.m.
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
New Horizons Christian Church Pantry
New Horizons Christian Church
35 miles from the center of Washington Court House2100 Williams Rd., Columbus, OH 43207
Hours
- Wed5 PM to 7 PM
Who can come: People in ZIP code 43207 and nearby
What to bring: Photo ID and proof of address required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Reeb Avenue Center Reeb Café
Reeb Avenue Center
36 miles from the center of Washington Court House280 Reeb Ave., Columbus, OH 43207
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 2 PM
- Tue11 AM to 2 PM
- Wed11 AM to 2 PM
- Thu11 AM to 2 PM
- Fri11 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: All ZIP codes
What to bring: No documentation required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Gladden Community House
36 miles from the center of Washington Court House318 S. Glenwood Ave., Columbus, OH 43223
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 2:45 PM
- Tue11 AM to 2:45 PM
- Wed11 AM to 1:45 PM
- Thu11 AM to 2:45 PM
- Fri11 AM to 2:45 PM
Who can come: Residents of ZIP codes 43222, 43223, 43204, 43228, and 43215 west of the Scioto River; anyone in need may be served once
What to bring: Call to schedule home delivery for seniors and people with disabilities
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Lower Lights Church Pantry
Lower Lights Church
36 miles from the center of Washington Court House1066 Bellows Ave., Columbus, OH 43223
Hours
- Mon5 PM to 7 PM
- Thu9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
What to bring: Photo ID required. Appointment needed for full pantry visits.
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Fayette 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
Mid-Ohio Food Collective
3960 Brookham Dr., Grove City, OH 43123
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 Southeast and Central Ohio
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
Community Action Commission of Fayette County
1400 US Route 22 NW, Washington C.H., OH 43160
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Fayette County
Ohio programs by kind of help
These are run by Ohio 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
- Ohio AIRS 2-1-1
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 877-721-8476 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988