Franklin
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Local offices in Franklin
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Franklin City Hall
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall with questions about city services, meetings, and forms.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on franklinga.gov
State office · State office
Heard County DFCS Office
1188 Franklin Parkway, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit or contact this office for help with food assistance, Medicaid, and TANF benefits.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Local office · Regional office
211
Help here
- Help finding local servicesCall 211 to find local help with basic needs and other community services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Heard County
Franklin is in Heard County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · Regional office
Heard County Health Department
1191 Franklin Parkway, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- Public health careGet immunizations, screenings, and other health services at the county health department.
- Dental clinicSchedule affordable dental care for children, pregnant women, and adults.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on district4health.org
Public health · State office
Heard County WIC and Nutrition Center
1191 Franklin Parkway, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- WIC benefitsEligible families can get healthy food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on district4health.org
Emergency help · County office
Heard County Local Emergency Management Agency
11816 Highway 100, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet local information and help related to emergency preparedness and response.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gema.georgia.gov
Library · Regional office
West Georgia Regional Library System
Help here
- Library servicesFind library services and resources for residents in the regional library system.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wgrls.org
Older adults · Regional office
Three Rivers Area Agency on Aging
13273 Highway 34 East, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- Aging and disability resource connectionOlder adults and people with disabilities can get connected to services and support in their community.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action for Improvement
15486 US Highway 27, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- Energy bill assistanceEligible households can request help paying home energy bills.Apply online
- WeatherizationEligible households can get home repairs and upgrades that lower energy costs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cafi-ga.org
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
- 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.
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