Thunderbolt

Local offices in Thunderbolt

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way of the Coastal Empire 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, utility bills, and other needs.
  Call 912-651-7730Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Town Hall

  2821 River Drive, Thunderbolt, GA 31404

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact Town Hall for help with town government services and information.
  • Utility billingPay town utility bills or ask about utility service and billing.
  Call 912-354-5533DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Thunderbolt Neighborhood Center

  3236 Russell Street, Thunderbolt, GA 31404

  Help here

  • Older adult activities and social programsOlder adults can join activities, classes, events, and meals at the center.
  Call 912-352-4846DirectionsWebsite

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

Town of Thunderbolt website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Thunderbolt

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

Offices for all of Chatham County

Thunderbolt is in Chatham County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Chatham County Division of Family and Children Services

  761 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA 31401

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, and TANF benefitsApply for or get help with food, Medicaid, and cash assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 912-644-5956DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Chatham County Health Department WIC

  1395 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, GA 31406

  Help here

  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 855-262-7670DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Eastern Savannah Child Support Services

  222 W. Oglethorpe Avenue, Suite 119, Savannah, GA 31401

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for child support services or get help with an existing case.Apply online
  Call 877-423-4746DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Regional office

  United Way of the Coastal Empire 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding local food, housing, health care, utility, and other community resources.
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing authority · City office

  Housing Authority of Savannah

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceFind information about public housing and rental assistance programs.
  Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Chatham County Health Department

  1395 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, GA 31406

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet preventive care, immunizations, health screenings, and other public health services.
  Call 912-356-2441DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Chatham 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