Richmond
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Local offices in Richmond
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Richmond Department of Social Services
Southside Community Services Center, 4100 Hull Street Road, Richmond, VA 23224-1745
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, or energy assistance in person at the Southside location.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with child support services through the local Department of Social Services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rva.gov
State office · State office
Southside Plaza WIC Office
509 East Southside Plaza, Richmond, VA 23224-1745
Help here
- WIC nutrition benefitsApply for food benefits and nutrition support for pregnant people, infants, and children under five.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov
State office · State office
Richmond Community Hospital WIC Office
1510 North 28th Street, Suite 201, Richmond, VA 23223
Help here
- WIC nutrition benefitsApply for food benefits and nutrition support for pregnant people, infants, and children under five.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov
Housing authority · City office
Department of Housing and Community Development
Main Street Station, 1500 East Main Street, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23219
Help here
- Housing helpGet information about housing assistance, healthy homes, and emergency housing resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rva.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority
600 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Help here
- Affordable housingGet information about public housing and housing choice vouchers for eligible residents.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rrha.com
Public health · State office
Richmond City Health District
400 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information and find local clinic and community health services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority
107 South Fifth Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Help here
- Behavioral health servicesStart an assessment for mental health or substance use treatment and support.Read more
- Crisis supportCall the crisis line for immediate behavioral health support at any time.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rbha.org
Older adults · City office
Office of Aging and Disability Services
7945 Forest Hill Avenue, Building 26, Richmond, VA 23225
Help here
- Aging and disability referralsGet referrals for meals, caregiver support, transportation, housing, and other aging or disability services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rva.gov
Older adults · Regional office
The Span Center
1300 Semmes Avenue, Richmond, VA 23224
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet information, referrals, and help with services for older adults and caregivers in Hanover County.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on spancenter.org
Emergency help · City office
Office of Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparednessFind emergency plans, alerts, and information about preparing for local emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rva.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement
Help here
- Immigrant and refugee supportGet help connecting with City services and community resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rva.gov
State office · State office
Richmond Central Customer Service Center
2300 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23269
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV customer service center for driver and vehicle transactions.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov
Library · City office
Richmond Public Library
730 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card and use the library system’s books, learning resources, and programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rva.gov
City of Richmond, Virginia website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Richmond
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
Cities and towns in Richmond
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
- Virginia 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988