Henderson County
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Local offices in Henderson County
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Human services · County office
Henderson County Department of Social Services
1200 Spartanburg Hwy, Suite 300, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Help here
- Benefits and family supportApply for family and adult benefits and ask for help with child care, food, and family support.
- Child supportGet help with child support services and enforcement.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdhhs.gov
Public health · County office
Henderson County Department of Public Health
1200 Spartanburg Hwy, Suite 100, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Help here
- Public health careGet public health services, including immunizations and clinic appointments.
- WIC and nutritionGet information about WIC, nutrition services, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hendersoncountync.gov
Veterans · County office
Henderson County Veterans Services
900 N Main St, Hendersonville, NC
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hendersoncountync.gov
Emergency help · County office
Henderson County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about county emergency planning and response.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hendersoncountync.gov
Library · County office
Henderson County Public Library
301 N Washington St, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books, use computers, and find learning resources through the county library system.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hendersoncountync.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Hendersonville Housing Authority
203 N Justice St, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Help here
- Public and affordable housingApply for public housing and ask about affordable rental housing for eligible households.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hendersonvilleha.org
Older adults · Regional office
Mountain Aging Partners
105 King Creek Blvd, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportAsk about senior services, caregiver support, and help finding local resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mountainagingpartners.org
Community action · Nonprofit
WNCSource
220 King Creek Blvd, Hendersonville, NC 28793
Help here
- Community action servicesAsk about housing help and community programs for eligible residents.
- Community transportationArrange community transportation for trips to medical care, groceries, and other essential destinations.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wncsource.org
Jobs and training · State office
NCWorks Career Center - Henderson County
Blue Ridge Community College, Sink Building, 130 Eagles Reach Dr, Flat Rock, NC 28731
Help here
- Job and workforce servicesGet help looking for work and connecting with workforce services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncworks.gov
State office · State office
NCDMV Hendersonville Driver License Office
125 Baystone Dr., Hendersonville, NC 28791
Help here
- Driver licensesVisit the DMV office for driver license services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov
Henderson County, North Carolina website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Henderson County
North Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by North Carolina 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 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - 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
- NC 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