Union City

Local offices in Union City

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

• State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Obion County Family Assistance Office

  700 Sherrill Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • SNAP and Families First benefitsApply for or get help with food and cash assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Union City Housing Authority

  1409 East Main Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Public housingApply for income-based public housing for eligible households, older adults, and people with disabilities.Read more
  Call 731-885-1971DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Union City Utility Billing

  408 South Depot Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and refuse serviceVisit City Hall to start city water, sewer, or refuse service and get help with your utility account.
  Call 731-885-1341DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unioncitytn.gov

• Local office · City office

  Union City City Hall

  408 South Depot Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • City services and assistanceContact City Hall for help with city services and questions about local government.
  Call 731-885-1341DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unioncitytn.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Tennessee American Job Center, Union City

  204 South Second Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career information, and employment services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• State office

  Union City Driver Services and Reinstatement Center

  1604B West Reelfoot Avenue, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Driver license and state ID servicesApply for or renew a driver license or state ID and get help with license reinstatement.
  Call 731-884-2133DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Library · County office

  Obion County Public Library

  1221 East Reelfoot Avenue, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials and use its learning and information resources.Read more
  Call 731-885-7000DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Union City website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Union City

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

Offices for all of Obion County

Union City is in Obion County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Obion County Family Assistance Office

  700 Sherrill Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • SNAP food assistanceApply for food benefits for eligible households.Apply onlineRead more
  • Families First and child care assistanceAsk about Families First cash assistance and child care certificates.Apply onlineRead more
  • Medicaid and TennCareApply for Medicaid or TennCare coverage and get help with your case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Union City Housing Authority

  1409 E. Main Street, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about affordable housing options and how to apply for housing assistance.Apply online
  Call 731-885-1971DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Obion County Health Department

  1008 Mt. Zion Road, Union City, TN 38261

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, screenings, health education, and other county health services.
  • WICApply for nutrition help and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 731-885-8722DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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 · Regional office

  Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  124 Weldon Drive, Martin, TN 38237

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesGet connected to programs and services for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 731-587-4213DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Tennessee Human Resource Agency

  124 Weldon Drive, Martin, TN 38237

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesAsk about support, transportation, and referrals for older adults and people with disabilities in Carroll County.
  Call 731-587-4213DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Obion 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