Anderson County

Local offices in Anderson County

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

• Human services · State office

  Anderson County Department of Social Services

  224 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesVisit DSS for help with food and cash assistance, child care, and family services.
  Call 864-260-4100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sc.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Anderson

  1335 East River Street, Anderson, SC 29624

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceThe housing authority provides subsidized housing for eligible residents; its website says applications are currently closed because the waiting list is full.
  Call 864-260-5120DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Anderson County Health Department

  220 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet immunizations, family planning, and testing for sexually transmitted infections and HIV.
  • WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.Apply online
  Call 864-260-5541DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.sc.gov

• Mental health and recovery · State office

  Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Mental Health Center

  200 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625

  Help here

  • Outpatient mental health servicesThe center provides outpatient mental health care for children, adults, and families.
  Call 864-260-2220DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bhdd.sc.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Appalachian Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging

  30 Century Circle, Greenville, SC 29607

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet referrals and support for older adults, caregivers, Medicare questions, and meal services.
  Call 864-242-9733DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Anderson County Veterans Affairs

  2404 North Main Street, Anderson, SC 29621

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits claims helpGet no-cost help preparing and filing claims for federal and state veterans benefits.
  Call 864-260-4036DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  SC Works Anderson

  1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625

  Help here

  • Job search and employment supportGet help finding a job, training, and other employment services.
  Call 864-642-0466DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on worklinkweb.com

• State office

  South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, Anderson branch

  331 29 Bypass North, Anderson, SC 29621

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver license services, knowledge tests, road tests, and other DMV transactions.
  Call 864-260-2205DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.sc.gov

• Library · County office

  Anderson County Library System

  300 N. McDuffie Street, Anderson, SC 29621

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other items, use public computers and internet, and join learning programs.
  Call 864-260-4500DirectionsWebsite

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

Anderson County, South Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Anderson County

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

Cities and towns in Anderson County

• Anderson
• Belton
• Honea Path
• Iva
• Pelzer
• Pendleton
• Starr
• West Pelzer
• Williamston

South Carolina programs by kind of help

These are run by South 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