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Local offices in Iva
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Iva Town Hall
204 East Jackson Street, Iva, SC 29655
Help here
- Town government servicesContact the Town Hall with questions about town government and local services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofiva.org
Utilities · City office
Iva Water Works
204 East Jackson Street, Iva, SC 29655
Help here
- Water and sewer bills and servicePay water and sewer bills, ask about a past-due bill extension, or report a water service problem.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofiva.org
Library · County office
Iva Branch Library
622 E. Front Street, Iva, SC 29655
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use books, computers, Wi-Fi, and meeting rooms.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on andersonlibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Iva Municipal Activity Center and Civic Center
Help here
- Community and recreation facility useContact Town Hall to ask about using the activity or civic center for a community event.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofiva.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Anderson County
Iva is in Anderson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Anderson County Department of Social Services
224 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625
Help here
- Benefits and family servicesVisit DSS for help with food and cash assistance, child care, and family services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sc.gov
Public health · State office
Anderson County Health Department
220 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesGet immunizations, family planning, and testing for sexually transmitted infections and HIV.
- WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.sc.gov
Veterans · County office
Anderson County Veterans Affairs
2404 North Main Street, Anderson, SC 29621
Help here
- Veterans benefits claims helpGet no-cost help preparing and filing claims for federal and state veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on andersoncountysc.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Housing Authority of Anderson
1335 East River Street, Anderson, SC 29624
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceThe housing authority provides subsidized housing for eligible residents; its website says applications are currently closed because the waiting list is full.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on andersonha.org
Library · County office
Anderson County Library System
300 N. McDuffie Street, Anderson, SC 29621
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other items, use public computers and internet, and join learning programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on andersonlibrary.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
SC Works Anderson
1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625
Help here
- Job search and reemployment helpGet help looking for work, improving job skills, and finding unemployment benefit resources.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on worklinkweb.com
South Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by South 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
- South Carolina 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