Scott County

Local offices in Scott County

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

• State office

  Scott County Family Assistance Office

  104 Fire Hall Drive, Huntsville, TN 37756-3412

  Help here

  • SNAP and Families FirstApply for food and cash benefits and get help with child care and related support.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Scott County Health Department

  344 Court Street, Huntsville, TN 37756

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, prenatal care, disease testing, and other health services.
  • WICGet nutrition help and food benefits for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 423-663-2445DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scottcounty.com

• Local office · Regional office

  Tennessee 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find nearby help with basic needs, health care, housing, and other services.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · County office

  Scott County Office on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding local aging services and support.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scottcounty.com

• Veterans · County office

  Scott County Veterans Services

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
  Call 423-663-4289Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scottcounty.com

• Child support · State office

  Tennessee Child Support Office, 8th Judicial District

  11785 Scott Hwy, Helenwood, TN 37755

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, including applications and case questions.Apply online
  Call 423-663-2532DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Scott County Clerk Driver License Services

  283 Court Street, Huntsville, TN 37756

  Help here

  • Non-commercial driver license renewals and duplicatesRenew or replace an eligible non-commercial driver license in person.
  Call 423-663-9555DirectionsWebsite

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

Scott County, Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Scott County

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

Job help near Scott 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

  American Job Center of Tennessee - Oneida

  Also helps young people

  1.4 miles away

  180 Eli Lane, Oneida, TN 37841

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

  Call 423-569-9348 ext. 6752DirectionsWebsite

  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 Scott County

• Huntsville
• Oneida
• Winfield

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