Richland

Local offices in Richland

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

• Local office · City office

  Richland City Hall

  390 Broad Street, Richland, GA 31825

  Help here

  • City Clerk and recordsContact the clerk about city records, official documents, or speaking at a council meeting.
  • Utility billing and serviceContact City Hall to pay a utility bill or set up water or gas service.Read more
  Call 229-887-3323DirectionsWebsite

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Richland

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

Offices for all of Stewart County

Richland is in Stewart County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Unity Community Action Council, Inc.

  4036 GA-90, Montezuma, GA 31063

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency to ask about assistance and services for low-income households in Stewart County.
  Call 478-472-3607DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Stewart County DFCS Office

  2115 East Broad Street, Lumpkin, GA 31815

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, and TANF benefitsVisit or contact this office for help with food, Medicaid, and TANF benefits.Apply online
  Call 229-838-4335DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley 211

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 to get connected with local help for food, housing, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing authority · County office

  Stewart County Housing Authority

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the housing authority to ask about public housing assistance in Stewart County.
  Call 229-838-4493Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Stewart County Health Department

  211 Health Department Road, Lumpkin, GA 31815

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet health services such as immunizations, testing, and family planning at the county health department.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support to eligible women, infants, and children, with clinic services available on Wednesdays.
  Call 229-838-4859DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  River Valley Area Agency on Aging

  1428 Second Avenue, Columbus, GA 31902

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportCall the agency for information about meals, transportation, caregiver help, and other services for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 706-256-2900DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Stewart 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