Jackson
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Local offices in Jackson
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Jackson City Hall
400 Commerce Street, Jackson, AL 36545
Help here
- City services and resident questionsContact City Hall for help finding city departments and services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjacksonal.com
Utilities · City office
Jackson Water Works
2751 Commerce Street, Jackson, AL 36545
Help here
- Water and wastewater serviceContact Water Works about water service, wastewater service, or your bill.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjacksonal.com
Library · City office
White Smith Memorial Library
213 College Avenue, Jackson, AL 36545
Help here
- Library resources and learningUse books, computers, internet access, and library programs for learning and recreation.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjacksonal.com
Older adults · City office
Jackson Senior Nutrition Center
1701 College Avenue, Jackson, AL 36545
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesResidents age 60 and older can get meals, social activities, and senior programs here.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjacksonal.com
Jobs and training · State office
Jackson Career Center
205 Walker Springs Road, Jackson, AL 36545
Help here
- Job search and training helpGet help with job searches, training, and unemployment insurance information.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on adol.alabama.gov
City of Jackson, Alabama website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Clarke County
Jackson is in Clarke County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Emergency help · County office
Clarke County Emergency Management Agency
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for and responding to emergencies and disasters in Clarke County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clarkecountyal.com
Human services · State office
Clarke County Department of Human Resources
22609 Hwy 84, Grove Hill, AL 36451
Help here
- Food assistanceAsk about applying for food assistance benefits.Apply online
- Family assistanceAsk about Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and related family assistance.Apply online
- Child support servicesCall the office to ask about applying for child support services.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov
Public health · State office
Clarke County Health Department
22600 Highway 84 East, Grove Hill, AL 36451
Help here
- Public health and clinical careVisit for clinical services, vaccines, family planning, environmental health, and home care services.
- WICAsk the health department about WIC nutrition services for eligible families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
Veterans · State office
Clarke County Veterans Affairs Office
120 Court Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and services through the county veterans affairs office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on va.alabama.gov
State office · State office
ALEA Clarke County Driver License Office
146 Clark Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451
Help here
- Driver license servicesVisit the office for driver license services and testing.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alea.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Alabama Tombigbee Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging
107 Broad St., Camden, AL 36726
Help here
- Aging and disability supportContact the regional agency for aging, disability, and caregiver help and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on atrcaging.com
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Alabama
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