Thomaston
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Local offices in Thomaston
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
City of Thomaston City Hall
106 E Lee Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- City government helpVisit or call City Hall for help reaching city staff and information about city services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofthomaston.com
Utilities · City office
City of Thomaston Utility Billing
106 E Lee Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Utility bills and payment helpPay city utility bills and ask for help with electric, water, sewer, or sanitation billing.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofthomaston.com
Library · Regional office
Hightower Memorial Library
800 W Gordon Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use its public library services and programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on pinemtnlibrary.org
Older adults · County office
Thomaston-Upson Senior Center
302 S Bethel Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Senior activities and mealsOlder adults can join activities, use the exercise room, and ask about the meal program.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on upsoncountyga.org
Parks and recreation · Regional office
Thomaston-Upson Civic Center
101 Civic Center Drive, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Recreation programsResidents can ask about recreation programs, athletic activities, and facility rentals.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofthomaston.com
Housing authority · Regional office
Thomaston Housing Authority
574 Triune Avenue, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Affordable housingApply for affordable housing and check the status of a housing application.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on thomastonhousing.org
State office · State office
Upson County DFCS Office
711 North Bethel Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Food, cash, and health benefitsAsk about applying for food assistance, Medicaid, or cash assistance through Georgia Gateway.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
State office · State office
Georgia Department of Driver Services Thomaston Customer Service Center
281 Knight Trail, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationApply for, renew, or replace a Georgia driver license or identification card at the service center.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dds.georgia.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Upson County
Thomaston is in Upson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · State office
Upson County Health Department
314 East Lee Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health services such as immunizations, family planning, and screenings for children and adults.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on district4health.org
Public health · State office
Upson County WIC and Nutrition Center
314 East Lee Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get healthy food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on district4health.org
Child support · State office
Griffin Child Support Services Office
1435 North Expressway, Suite 305, Griffin, GA 30223
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help applying for child support services and managing a child support case.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Griffin Career Center
1514 Highway 16 West, Griffin, GA 30223-2046
Help here
- Job and unemployment servicesVisit for help with job searches and employment services; this center serves Pike County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.georgia.gov
Emergency help · County office
Upson County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information and help preparing for emergencies and disasters in Upson County.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on upsoncountyga.org
Older adults · County office
Thomaston-Upson Senior Center
302 South Bethel Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesOlder adults can join activities, exercise classes, and a meal program.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on upsoncountyga.org
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
- 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