Franklin County

Local offices in Franklin County

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

• State office · State office

  Franklin County DFCS Office

  187 Clear Creek Parkway, Lavonia, GA 30553

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, and TANF benefitsVisit or contact this office for help with food, Medicaid, or TANF benefit services.Apply online
  Call 706-356-0251DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way of Northeast Georgia 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get help finding local food, housing, utility, health, job, and other community resources.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwaynega.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Franklin County Health Department

  6955 Highway 145 South, Carnesville, GA 30521

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet immunizations, family planning, and other public health services.
  • WICApply for nutrition support for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 706-384-5575DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Franklin County Clerk of Superior and Juvenile Courts

  Help here

  • Court self-help formsFind forms and information for people filing court papers without a lawyer.
  Website

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

• Older adults · County office

  Franklin County Senior Center

  Help here

  • Senior center programsEligible county residents age 60 and older can join activities and get transportation to the center.
  • Home-delivered mealsEligible older adults who are homebound can ask about home-delivered meals.
  Call 706-384-2500Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Legacy Link Georgia Mountains Area Agency on Aging

  4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA 30566

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource connectionContact the regional agency to find aging and disability services for Franklin County residents.
  Call 770-538-2650DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Franklin County Emergency Management Agency

  Help here

  • Emergency readiness informationGet information to prepare for emergencies and local hazards.
  Call 706-384-7118Website

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

• Library · Regional office

  Athens Regional Library System

  2025 Baxter Street, Athens, GA 30606

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library collections, computer labs, and other learning resources.
  Call 706-613-3650DirectionsWebsite

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

Franklin County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Franklin County

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

Cities and towns in Franklin County

• Canon
• Carnesville
• Franklin Springs
• Lavonia
• Royston

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