Vernon
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Local offices in Vernon
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Utilities · City office
Vernon City Hall
2808 Yellow Jacket Drive, Vernon, FL 32462
Help here
- City services and utility billingVisit or call City Hall for city services and to apply for or pay water, sewer, and garbage service.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on vernonflorida.net
Library · County office
Sam Mitchell Public Library
3731 Roche Avenue, Vernon, FL 32462
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, and get help with printing and copying.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wcplfl.com
City of Vernon, Florida website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Washington County
Vernon is in Washington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Emergency help · County office
Washington County Emergency Management
2300 Pioneer Rd., Chipley, FL 32428
Help here
- Emergency alerts and preparednessGet emergency alerts and information to help prepare for severe weather and other emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonfl.gov
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Washington County
1338 South Blvd., Chipley, FL 32428
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department about local public health services and appointments.
- WICEligible families can apply for food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washington.floridahealth.gov
Veterans · County office
Washington County Veterans’ Service Office
1331 South Blvd., Chipley, FL 32428
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help checking eligibility and applying for VA and state benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonfl.gov
Library · County office
Washington County Public Library System
1444 Jackson Avenue, Chipley, FL 32428
Help here
- Library materials and accessGet a library card to borrow books and other materials or use computers and printing services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wcplfl.com
Child support · County office
Washington County Clerk of Court
1293 Jackson Avenue, Suite 101, Chipley, FL 32428
Help here
- Child support records and formsGet help with local child support case records, payment history, and forms.Read more
- Legal Services of North Florida clinicAsk the Clerk about the monthly free legal services clinic held at its office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonclerk.com
Community action · Nonprofit
Tri-County Community Council Washington County Services Outreach Office
623 Hwy 273, Chipley, FL 32428
Help here
- Energy bill assistanceEligible Washington County households can apply for help with heating and cooling costs through LIHEAP.Apply onlineRead more
- Community supportAsk about community support, transportation, food pantry, and emergency assistance programs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tricountycommunitycouncil.com
Florida programs by kind of help
These are run by Florida 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 Northwest Florida
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.
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