Nicholson
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Local offices in Nicholson
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Nicholson Water Authority
5488 US-441, Nicholson, GA 30565
Help here
- Water service and billingContact the Water Authority to start water service, pay your bill, or ask about your account.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nicholsonwaterauthority.com
Local office · City office
Nicholson City Hall
5488 US Hwy 441 S, Nicholson, GA 30565
Help here
- City services and resident questionsContact City Hall for help with city services and questions for city staff.
- City garbage serviceApply for city garbage pickup and ask City Hall about your service.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nicholson-ga.com
Library · Regional office
Nicholson Public Library
5466 US Hwy 441 S, Nicholson, GA 30565
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books, use computers, print or scan documents, and get free Wi-Fi.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on prlib.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Nicholson Community Center
129 Lakeview Dr, Nicholson, GA 30565
Help here
- Community center facilityAsk City Hall about using the center for a meeting or community event.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nicholson-ga.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Nicholson
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia
890 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30607
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Georgia Legal Services Program
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Area Committee to Improve Opportunities Now, Inc.
2440 West Broad Street, Suite 9, Athens, GA 30606
Listed on dfcs.georgia.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Jackson County
Nicholson is in Jackson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office · State office
Jackson County DFCS Office
456 Athens Street, Jefferson, GA 30549
Help here
- Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit or contact this office about food assistance, Medicaid, or TANF benefits.Apply online
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.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwaynega.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Housing Authority of Jackson County
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceApply for available housing and check which housing programs have open waitlists.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hajc.net
Public health · Regional office
Jackson County Health Department - Commerce
623 S Elm Street, Commerce, GA 30529
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
- WICWIC offers eligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children food support and nutrition services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksoncountygov.com
Public health · Regional office
Jackson County Health Department - Jefferson
341 Stan Evans Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksoncountygov.com
Older adults · Regional office
Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging
305 Research Drive, Athens, GA 30610
Help here
- Aging and disability resourcesContact the agency for information and referrals to aging and disability services serving Jackson County.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov
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 Northeast Georgia 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.
Call 988Text 988