Richwood
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Local offices in Richwood
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Richwood Water Department
4 White Avenue, Richwood, WV 26261
Help here
- Water and sewer billingContact the department about water bills, billing questions, or water service.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofrichwoodwv.com
Local office · City office
Richwood City Hall
6 White Avenue, Richwood, WV 26261
Help here
- City services and municipal courtContact City Hall for city services or municipal court questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofrichwoodwv.com
Library · Regional office
Richwood Public Library
8 White Avenue, Richwood, WV 26261
Help here
- Public library servicesVisit the library for books, information, and other library services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on richwood.lib.wv.us
Parks and recreation · Nonprofit
Richwood Community Center
20 Avenue B, Richwood, WV 26261
Help here
- Community center room rentalsReserve a room at the community center for a meeting or gathering.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on thecherryriverfoundation.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Richwood
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
Mountaineer Food Bank
484 Enterprise Drive, Gassaway, WV 26624
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
Legal Aid of West Virginia, 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
Nicholas Community Action Partnership, Inc.
1205 Broad Street, Summersville, WV 26651
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Nicholas County
Richwood is in Nicholas County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Nicholas County DoHS Office
707 Professional Park Drive, Summersville, WV 26651
Help here
- Family assistanceApply for help with food, health coverage, utility bills, and cash assistance.Apply online
- Child and adult servicesGet help with child welfare, adult protective services, foster care, and related family services.
- Child supportGet help with child support services through the local DoHS office.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov
State office
Nicholas County WIC Program
852 Northside Drive, Suite 22, Summersville, WV 26651
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceGet nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov
Local office · Regional office
West Virginia 211
Help here
- Community service referralsCall 211 for help finding local services for needs such as housing, food, health care, and utility bills.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wv211.org
Public health · County office
Nicholas County Health Department
1 Stevens Road, Suite 201, Summersville, WV 26651
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health information and services from the county health department.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nicholashealthwv.com
Older adults · Regional office
Appalachian Area Agency on Aging
1460 Main Street, Box 2, Princeton, WV 24740
Help here
- Aging services information and referralsGet information about aging services and local providers serving Nicholas County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaaoa.org
Emergency help · County office
Nicholas County Homeland Security and Emergency Management/E911
449 Water Street, Summersville, WV 26651
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and coordinationGet information about local emergency preparedness and response coordination.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nicholascountywv.org
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
Talk to a person
- West 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