Martin
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Local offices in Martin
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Martin Utility Billing
109 University Street, Martin, TN 38237
Help here
- Water, gas, wastewater, and trash serviceVisit City Hall to start or stop utility service, ask about a bill, or make a payment.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofmartin.net
Local office · Regional office
Tennessee 211, United Way of West Tennessee
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 211 to get connected with nearby services for needs such as food, housing, health care, and other support.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwtn.org
Local office · City office
Martin City Hall
109 University Street, Martin, TN 38237
Help here
- City government helpContact City Hall for help reaching city departments and officials.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofmartin.net
Older adults · City office
Martin Senior Adult Center
701 North Lindell Street, Martin, TN 38237
Help here
- Senior activities and eventsOlder adults can visit for activities, events, and community programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofmartin.net
Library · City office
Martin Public Library
410 South Lindell Street, Martin, TN 38237
Help here
- Library materials and public computersBorrow books and other materials, use public computers, or get help with printing and scanning.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on martinpubliclibrary.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Martin
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank Of Middle Tennessee Inc
331 Great Circle Road, Nashville, TN 37228
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
West Tennessee Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council
231 S Wilson St, Dresden, TN 38225-1329
Listed on tn.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Weakley County
Martin is in Weakley County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Older adults · County office
Weakley County Office on Aging
589 Evergreen Street, Dresden, TN 38225
Help here
- Meals and in-home supportThe office provides meals, respite care, and help with chores for eligible older residents.
- Senior transportationThe office can connect residents with rides to medical visits, shopping, and personal errands.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on weakleycountytn.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Martin Housing Authority
134 East Heights Drive, Martin, TN 38237
Help here
- Affordable housingThe authority provides affordable housing for families, older adults, and people with disabilities in Weakley County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on martinhousing.org
Public health · State office
Weakley County Health Department
9852 Highway 22, Dresden, TN 38225
Help here
- Public health care and screeningsThe health department offers immunizations, child health visits, family planning, testing, and other basic health services.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant or breastfeeding people and children under five get healthy food and nutrition support.
- Vital recordsYou can request eligible Tennessee birth and death certificates through the health department.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on weakleycountytn.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Northwest Area Agency on Aging and Disability
124 Weldon Drive, Martin, TN 38237
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities with regional support and services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Veterans · County office
Weakley County Veterans Affairs
116 W. Main St., Room 107, Dresden, TN 38225
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpThe office helps veterans and their families prepare claims and find benefits such as pensions, education, health care, and home loans.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on weakleycountytn.gov
Emergency help · County office
Weakley County Emergency Management Agency
7951 Highway 22, Dresden, TN 38225
Help here
- Disaster preparedness and responseThe agency helps residents prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on weakleycountytn.gov
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.
- 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.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
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
- Tennessee 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