Pendleton County

Local offices in Pendleton County

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

• Human services · State office

  Pendleton County Department of Human Services

  100 Thorn Creek Road, Suite 200, Franklin, WV 26807

  Help here

  • Family assistanceApply for SNAP, Medicaid, energy assistance, and other family benefits.
  • Social servicesGet help with child welfare, adult protection, domestic violence services, and other social services.
  • Child care assistanceAsk about child care subsidies and help finding eligible care.
  Call 304-358-2305DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Eastern West Virginia Community Action Agency, Pendleton County Family Support Center

  22 Main Street, Franklin, WV 26807

  Help here

  • Family support and community assistanceContact the Family Support Center to ask about local support and assistance services.
  Call 304-538-7711DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Pendleton County WIC

  273 Mill Road, Franklin, WV 26807

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 304-358-3088DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Public health · County office

  Pendleton County Health Department

  273 Mill Road, Franklin, WV 26807

  Help here

  • Public health and environmental healthGet county health services and information about food safety, septic systems, wells, and other environmental health needs.
  Call 304-358-7565DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Potomac Area Agency on Aging

  131 Providence Lane, Petersburg, WV 26847

  Help here

  • Aging servicesGet information about services for older adults, including meals, transportation, and Medicare counseling.
  Call 304-257-1221DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Pendleton County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet local information and support related to emergency preparedness and disaster response.
  Call 304-358-3889Website

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

• State office

  West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles, Franklin Regional Office

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit a regional DMV office for driver licensing and vehicle services.
  Call 800-642-9066Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.wv.gov

• Library · County office

  Pendleton County Public Library

  256 North Main Street, Franklin, WV 26807

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use free internet, computers, and other library resources.
  Call 304-358-7038DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pendleton.lib.wv.us

Pendleton County Commission website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Pendleton County

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

Cities and towns in Pendleton County

• Franklinnot checked yet

West Virginia programs by kind of help

These are run by West 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.
• 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