Fairhope

Local offices in Fairhope

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

• Utilities · City office

  Fairhope Public Utilities

  555 South Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Utility service and billing helpContact the city about electric, gas, water, or sewer service and utility bills.
  Call 251-928-8003DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fairhopeal.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Fairhope Recreation Center and Municipal Pool

  803 North Greeno Road, Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Recreation center and poolResidents can ask about recreation center memberships, fitness classes, and pool access.Apply online
  Call 251-928-7270DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fairhopeal.gov

• Local office · City office

  Fairhope City Hall

  161 North Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • City information and contactsContact City Hall to get help finding the right city department or office.
  Call 251-928-2136DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fairhopeal.gov

• Older adults · City office

  James P. Nix Senior Activity Center

  1 Bayou Drive, Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Activities for adults over 50Adults over 50 can visit for daily activities and senior programs.
  Call 251-928-2835DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fairhopeal.gov

• Local office · City office

  Fairhope 311 Resident Services

  555 South Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Report a city service issueReport a non-emergency city problem, such as a pothole, park issue, or utility concern.Apply online
  Call 251-928-8003DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 311.fairhopeal.gov

• State office · State office

  ALEA Baldwin County Driver License Office

  1100 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Driver licensingVisit this state office for driver license services and testing.
  Call 251-990-4690DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alea.gov

• Library · City office

  Fairhope Public Library

  501 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to use books, learning resources, and public library services.
  Call 251-928-7483DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fairhopeal.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Fairhope Parks and Recreation

  161 North Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsContact the department about city recreation programs, sports, parks, and facilities.
  Call 251-990-0174DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fairhopeal.gov

City of Fairhope, Alabama website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Fairhope

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

Offices for all of Baldwin County

Fairhope is in Baldwin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Baldwin County Department of Human Resources

  22259 Palmer Street, Robertsdale, AL 36567

  Help here

  • Food assistanceContact the county DHR office for help with food assistance.
  • Child supportContact the county DHR office for child support services.
  • Child and family servicesContact the county DHR office for help with child and family services.
  Call 251-945-2400DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov

• State office · State office

  Baldwin County Health Department WIC Clinic, Robertsdale

  23280 Gilbert Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get WIC nutrition support.Read more
  Call 251-946-8040DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov

• State office · State office

  Baldwin County Health Department WIC Clinic, South Baldwin

  8158 Highway 59 Unit 108, Foley, AL 36535

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get WIC nutrition support.Read more
  Call 251-943-7260DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov

• State office · State office

  Baldwin County Health Department WIC Clinic, Bay Minette

  212 Courthouse Square, Bay Minette, AL 36507

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get WIC nutrition support.
  Call 251-937-6935DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Agency of South Alabama

  26440 North Pollard Road, Daphne, AL 36526

  Help here

  • Community assistanceContact the agency to ask about utility assistance, food support, weatherization, and other local programs.
  Call 251-626-2646DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on caaofsa.org

• Public health · State office

  Baldwin County Health Department

  23280 Gilbert Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567

  Help here

  • Clinical health servicesThe health clinic provides services such as vaccines, family planning, and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.
  • Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificatesRequest certified copies of Alabama vital records through the health department.Read more
  Call 251-947-1910DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov

Everything in Baldwin County

Alabama programs by kind of help

These are run by Alabama 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
• 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