Henderson County

Local offices in Henderson County

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

• Child support · State office

  Tennessee Child Support Office, Lexington

  514 South Broad Street, Suite B, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases and services.
  Call 731-968-7906DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Henderson County Office

  37 College Drive, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Food and family assistanceApply for SNAP, Families First, child care assistance, Medicaid, and TennCare.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Henderson County Health Department

  90 Rush Street, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, family planning, and other local health services.Read more
  • WICApply for nutrition support and services for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 731-968-8148DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesCall to find aging and disability services that serve your area.
  Call 866-836-6678Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Henderson County Veterans Services

  17 Monroe Avenue, Suite 9, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 731-968-9222DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Henderson County Emergency Management Agency

  50 Natchez Trace Drive, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for and responding to emergencies and disasters.
  Call 731-968-1567DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Lexington American Job Center

  340 Natchez Trace Drive, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help searching for jobs, improving your resume, and finding training.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Everett Horn Public Library

  103 First Street, Lexington, TN 38351

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use public learning resources.
  Call 731-968-3239DirectionsWebsite

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

Henderson County Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Henderson County

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

Cities and towns in Henderson County

• Lexington
• Parker's Crossroadsnot checked yet
• Sardisnot checked yet
• Scotts Hill

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