McKenzie

Local offices in McKenzie

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

• Local office · City office

  McKenzie City Hall

  2470 Cedar St, McKenzie, TN 38201

  Help here

  • City services and informationAsk city staff for help with city services, taxes, and other city business.
  • Water bill paymentPay your city water bill at City Hall, online, or through the after-hours drop box.Apply online
  Call 731-352-2292DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mckenzietn.org

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  McKenzie Senior Citizens Center

  172 Main St S, McKenzie, TN 38201

  Help here

  • Senior activities and gathering spaceOlder residents can gather for fellowship, recreation, reading, and activities.
  Call 731-352-3871DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on growmckenzie.com

• Library · Regional office

  McKenzie Memorial Library

  15 Broadway St, McKenzie, TN 38201

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library computers and internet, and join library programs.
  Call 731-352-5741DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mckenzielibrary731.wixsite.com

City of McKenzie website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McKenzie

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

Offices for all of Carroll County

McKenzie is in Carroll County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Local office · Regional office

  Tennessee 211, West Tennessee

  Help here

  • Information and referralCall 211 or search online to find local help with basic needs and other services.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn211.org

• Public health · State office

  Carroll County Health Department

  633 High Street, Huntingdon, TN 38344

  Help here

  • Public health servicesAsk the health department about immunizations, family planning, and other local health services.
  • WICGet nutrition support and education for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 731-986-1990DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Carroll County Office on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsContact the office to ask about services and support for older residents.
  Call 731-986-1985Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Tennessee Human Resource Agency

  124 Weldon Drive, Martin, TN 38237

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesAsk about support, transportation, and referrals for older adults and people with disabilities in Carroll County.
  Call 731-587-4213DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Carroll County Veterans Affairs Office

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceContact the office for help with veterans services and benefits.
  Call 731-986-1346Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Carroll County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about county emergency planning and response.
  Call 731-986-1912Website

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

Everything in Carroll County

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