Telfair County

Local offices in Telfair County

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

• State office · State office

  Telfair County DFCS Office

  35 East Brewton Street, McRae-Helena, GA 31055

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, and cash assistanceVisit or contact this office about applying for Food Stamps, Medicaid, or TANF.Apply online
  Call 229-868-3030DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Telfair County Health Department

  89 Telfair Avenue, McRae-Helena, GA 31055

  Help here

  • Public health and vital recordsContact the health department for local public health services and vital records.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 229-868-7404DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Oconee Child Support Office

  40 Plaza Avenue, Eastman, GA 31023

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services at the office serving Dodge County.Apply onlineRead more
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Eastman Career Center

  5016 Park Way, Eastman, GA 31023

  Help here

  • Employment and unemployment helpContact the career center for help with job services and unemployment questions.Apply online
  Call 478-374-6994DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Heart of Georgia Altamaha Area Agency on Aging

  331 West Parker Street, Baxley, GA 31513

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpCall the agency for help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
  Call 888-367-9913DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Middle Georgia Community Action Agency

  121 Prince Street, Warner Robins, GA 31093

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency to ask about community assistance available to Pulaski County residents.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Telfair County

• Jacksonvillenot checked yet
• Lumber City
• McRae-Helena
• Scotlandnot checked yet

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