Hopewell
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Local offices in Hopewell
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Hopewell Department of Social Services
316 E Cawson Street, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Financial assistanceAsk about SNAP, Medicaid, energy assistance, TANF, and other financial help.
- Social servicesAsk about child care, protective services, foster care, and other family support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellva.gov
Housing authority · City office
Hopewell Redevelopment and Housing Authority
350 E Poythress Street, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Public housing applicationsContact the authority about public housing applications and the waiting list.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellva.gov
Utilities · City office
Hopewell Water Renewal
231 Hummel Ross Road, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Sewer billing and service questionsCall the sewer customer service line about bills or sewer service.
- Sewer blockage or backupCall Water Renewal on weekdays about a sewer blockage or backup.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellva.gov
Local office · Regional office
211 Virginia
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 Virginia to find local help with housing, food, health care, utilities, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211virginia.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Hopewell Community Center
300 N Main Street, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Recreation and fitnessVisit the center for recreation and fitness programs, including Silver Sneakers for eligible older adults.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellva.gov
State office · State office
Virginia DMV Select, Hopewell
300 North Main Street, Room 100, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Vehicle titles and registrationVisit the DMV Select for vehicle title, registration, plate, permit, and placard transactions.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov
Library · Regional office
Appomattox Regional Library, Hopewell Branch
209 E Cawson St, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use library programs and resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on arls.org
Local office · City office
City of Hopewell
300 N Main Street, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- City information and servicesContact the city for information about local government and city services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellva.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Hopewell
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Feed More
8020 Villa Park Drive, Richmond, VA 23228
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Central Virginia Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People
710 Dawn Street, Richmond, VA 23222
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Hopewell
Hopewell is in Hopewell. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Housing authority · City office
Hopewell Redevelopment & Housing Authority
350 E Poythress Street, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the authority about public housing and housing choice voucher assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellrha.org
Public health · State office
Hopewell Health Department
1501 W City Point Road, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesGet immunizations, family planning, pregnancy testing, and other clinic services by appointment.
- WICAsk the clinic about WIC nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Crater District Area Agency on Aging
23 Seyler Drive, Petersburg, VA 23805
Help here
- Older adult and caregiver supportFind services and support for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cdaaa.org
Emergency help · City office
Hopewell Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet information about disaster preparedness, shelters, and emergency alerts.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hopewellva.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Virginia Career Works - Prince George
4300 Crossings Boulevard, Prince George, VA 23875
Help here
- Job seeker servicesGet help with job searches, careers, and workforce services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on virginiaworks.gov
State office · State office
Hopewell DMV Select
300 N Main Street, Room 100, Hopewell, VA 23860
Help here
- Vehicle title and registrationHandle eligible vehicle title and registration transactions in person.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov
Virginia programs by kind of help
These are run by Virginia 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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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 - 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
Talk to a person
- 211 Virginia
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-230-6977 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988