Dougherty County
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Local offices in Dougherty County
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Human services · State office
Dougherty County Division of Family and Children Services
200 West Oglethorpe Boulevard, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Food, Medicaid, and cash assistanceApply for food assistance, Medicaid, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Public health · State office
Dougherty County Health Department
1710 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health services, including immunizations, health screenings, and family health care.
- WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.georgia.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Albany Housing Authority
521 Pine Avenue, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about public housing and other affordable housing options.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on albanyha.com
Child support · State office
Dougherty Albany Child Support Office
200 West Oglethorpe Boulevard, Suite 201, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support cases and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov
Veterans · State office
Albany Veterans Field Service Office
1705 South Slappey Boulevard, Room 113, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits and understanding your claim.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.georgia.gov
Library · County office
Dougherty County Public Library
300 Pine Avenue, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, learning resources, and other services through the county library system.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dougherty.ga.us
Emergency help · County office
Dougherty County Emergency Management Services
Help here
- Emergency preparednessFind emergency plans, disaster guidance, and everyday safety information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dougherty.ga.us
Older adults · Regional office
Southwest Georgia Council on Aging
1105 Palmyra Road, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportAsk about services and support for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Southwest Georgia Community Action Council Dougherty Neighborhood Service Center
317 West First Avenue, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Community assistanceAsk about local help with rent, utility bills, energy costs, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swgacac.com
Jobs and training · State office
Albany Career Center
1608 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Job search and workforce helpGet help finding work and accessing employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.state.ga.us
State office · State office
Albany Driver Services Customer Service Center
2062 Newton Road, Albany, GA 31701
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationApply for, renew, or replace a Georgia driver license, permit, or identification card.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dds.georgia.gov
Dougherty County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Dougherty County
Georgia programs by kind of help
These are run by Georgia 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 - 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
- United Way of Southwest Georgia 2-1-1
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