Blount County

Local offices in Blount County

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

• State office · State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Blount County Office

  2010 Chilhowee Medical Park, Maryville, TN 37804

  Help here

  • Family assistance benefitsApply for food assistance, Families First, child care help, Medicaid, and TennCare.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Maryville Housing Authority

  311 Atlantic Avenue, Maryville, TN 37801

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about public housing and housing choice vouchers for eligible households.
  Call 865-983-4958DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Blount County Health Department

  301 McGhee Street, Maryville, TN 37801

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about local health services, including immunizations, family planning, and testing.Read more
  • WICAsk the health department about food and nutrition support for women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 865-983-4582DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on blounttn.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to support such as meals, transportation, and care services.
  Call 866-836-6678Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Blount County Veterans Affairs Office

  305 Court Street, Maryville, TN 37804

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet free help applying for VA benefits and preparing benefits forms.
  Call 865-273-5760DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on blounttn.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Blount County Emergency Management Agency

  341 Court Street, Maryville, TN 37804

  Help here

  • Emergency information and response coordinationGet local emergency information and help connecting with county emergency response services.
  Call 865-273-5835DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on blounttn.gov

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Blount County American Job Center

  537 W Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801

  Help here

  • Job search and career supportGet help searching for jobs, building job skills, and finding career training.
  Call 865-324-5482DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Alcoa Driver Services Center

  244 South Calderwood Road, Alcoa, TN

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew a Tennessee driver license or photo identification card.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Library · County office

  Blount County Public Library

  508 N Cusick Street, Maryville, TN 37804

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library materials, research help, learning resources, and public programs.
  Call 865-982-0981DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on blounttn.gov

Blount County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Blount County

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

Cities and towns in Blount County

• Alcoa
• Friendsville
• Louisville
• Maryville
• Rockford
• Townsendnot checked yet

Tennessee programs by kind of help

These are run by Tennessee 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