Oak Ridge

Local offices in Oak Ridge

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

• Child support · State office

  Tennessee Child Support Office, Oak Ridge

  26 Kentucky Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps parents with child support services and cases.Apply online
  Call 865-482-6001DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Oak Ridge Housing Authority

  10 Van Hicks Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Affordable housing assistanceContact the housing authority about affordable housing and voucher programs; applications are accepted when a waiting list is open.Read more
  Call 865-482-1006DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orha.net

• Utilities · City office

  Utility Business Office

  200 South Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37831

  Help here

  • Utility bill assistanceCall to ask about payment arrangements, budget billing, due date extensions, and local utility assistance programs.
  • Utility accounts and billsContact the office to start, stop, or transfer electric or water service and get help with billing.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 865-425-3400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · City office

  Oak Ridge Senior Center

  1405 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Senior programs and servicesOlder adults can find recreation, education, health screenings, fitness, and information about local services.
  Call 865-425-3999DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov

• Local office · City office

  City of Oak Ridge Customer Service

  200 South Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Report a city concernSubmit a request to report a concern to the city or call the main city number for help.Apply online
  Call 865-425-3400DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Oak Ridge Driver Service Center

  475 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Driver licensingVisit the state driver service center for driver licensing services.
  Call 865-220-6520DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on safetysupport.tn.gov

• Library · City office

  Oak Ridge Public Library

  1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials, use computers and internet, and find programs and reference help.
  Call 865-425-3455DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Recreation & Parks Department

  Help here

  • Recreation and parks programsContact the department about recreation activities, sports, aquatics, and park programs for Oak Ridge residents.
  Call 865-425-3450Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov

City of Oak Ridge, Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Oak Ridge

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

Offices for all of Anderson County

Oak Ridge is in Anderson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Anderson County Office

  119 Union Valley Road, Suite 100, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

  Help here

  • Family assistance benefitsResidents can apply for food, cash, child care, and medical assistance programs at this office.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Anderson County Community Action Commission

  Help here

  • Community action servicesThe commission serves Anderson County residents with community programs that may include housing, transportation, and employment support.
  Call 423-457-5500Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Anderson County Health Department

  700 N Main Street, Clinton, TN 37716

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for public health services and community health information.
  • WICWIC helps eligible families with young children, infants, and pregnant or postpartum people get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 865-425-8800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Anderson County Office on Aging and Senior Center

  Help here

  • Information and referrals for older adultsThe office provides older adults with information, referrals, outreach, and other direct services.
  Call 865-457-3259Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to support such as meals, transportation, and care services.
  Call 866-836-6678Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Anderson County Veterans Service Office

  100 North Main Street, Room 114, Clinton, TN 37716

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families file for benefits and obtain military records.
  Call 865-463-6803DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Anderson County

Tennessee programs by kind of help

These are run by Tennessee 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