Marion County

Local offices in Marion County

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

• Human services · State office

  Marion County DFCS Office

  111 Baker Street, Buena Vista, GA 31803

  Help here

  • Food assistanceApply for food assistance and get help with an existing case.Apply online
  • Medicaid and TANFApply for Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.Apply online
  Call 229-649-2311DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Marion County Health Department

  111-A Baker Street, Buena Vista, GA 31803

  Help here

  • WICWIC helps eligible families get food and nutrition support during pregnancy and early childhood.
  • Immunizations and health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, health checks, and other clinic services.
  Call 229-649-5664DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on westcentralhealthdistrict.com

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Unity Community Action Council Inc.

  4036 GA-90, Montezuma, GA 31063

  Help here

  • Community action supportContact the agency to ask about help available to Marion County residents.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Americus Veterans Field Service Office

  1601 North Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Americus, GA 31719

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can get help applying for benefits and services through the field office serving Crisp County.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Marion County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency alerts and preparednessSign up for emergency alerts and find help planning for disasters.
  Website

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

• State office · State office

  Americus Customer Service Center

  1601 North Martin Luther King Boulevard, Suite 270, Americus, GA 31719

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationApply for or renew a Georgia driver license or identification card in person.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Chattahoochee Valley Libraries

  123 East 5th Avenue, Buena Vista, GA 31803

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library books, learning resources, and public meeting rooms.
  Call 229-649-6385DirectionsWebsite

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

Marion County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Marion County

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

Cities and towns in Marion County

• Buena Vista

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