Georgetown County

Local offices in Georgetown County

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

• Human services · State office

  Georgetown County Department of Social Services

  330 Dozier Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Food and family assistanceResidents can apply for food and family assistance through the county DSS office.Apply online
  Call 843-546-5134DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Georgetown Housing Authority

  1 Lincoln Street, Georgetown, SC 29442

  Help here

  • Public housingApply in person for public housing and ask about affordable housing options.Apply online
  Call 843-546-9621DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Georgetown County Health Department

  531 Lafayette Circle, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can contact the health department about immunizations, family planning, and other public health services.
  • WICEligible families can ask the health department about WIC food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 843-546-5593DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · State office

  Waccamaw Center for Mental Health, Georgetown Clinic

  525 Lafayette Circle, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Mental health servicesResidents can contact the clinic to ask about mental health services and appointments.
  Call 843-546-6107DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Georgetown County Bureau of Aging Services

  1610 Hawkins Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Meals and support for older adultsOlder adults can find senior center programs, home-delivered meals, and help with basic home care.
  Call 843-545-3196DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Waccamaw Area Agency on Aging

  1230 Highmarket Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services and support in the Waccamaw region.
  Call 843-546-8502DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Georgetown County Veterans Affairs

  537 Lafayette Circle, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help preparing and filing applications for benefits.
  Call 843-545-3330DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Georgetown County Emergency Management

  2222-C Highmarket Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseResidents can get information about preparing for emergencies and county emergency response.Read more
  Call 843-545-3273DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  SC Works Georgetown Center

  1105 Church Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Job search and training supportJob seekers can get career guidance, job referrals, and information about training.
  Call 843-546-8581DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, Georgetown

  214 Ridge Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesResidents can visit for driver's license and vehicle services offered at this branch.
  Call 843-527-8730DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Georgetown County Library System

  405 Cleland Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Help here

  • Library materials and public resourcesResidents can get a library card, borrow books, and use library programs and resources.
  Call 843-545-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

Georgetown County, South Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Georgetown County

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

Job help near Georgetown 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 · Affiliate center

  Georgetown SC Works Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  0.2 miles away

  1105 Church Street, Georgetown, SC 29440

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

  Call 843-546-8581DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 15, 2026

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 Georgetown County

• Andrews
• Georgetown
• Pawleys Island

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