Smith County

Local offices in Smith County

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

• Child support · State office

  15th Judicial District Child Support Office

  1001 North Main Street, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps families with child support services for Macon County and nearby counties.Apply online
  Call 615-735-8447DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• State office

  Smith County Department of Human Services Office

  105 Eatherly Landing, Suite B, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

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

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Cordell Hull Economic Opportunity Corporation

  Help here

  • Community action servicesThe agency connects eligible residents with community services such as housing, family support, and employment help.
  Call 615-666-2992Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nashville.gov

• Public health · State office

  Smith County Health Department

  251 Joy Alford Way, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

  • County health servicesThe health department offers public health services and information for county residents.
  • WICWIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 615-735-0242DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  1104 England Dr., Cookeville, TN 38501

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesThe agency connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers with services, including transportation and meal support.Apply online
  Call 866-836-6678DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucdd.org

• Veterans · County office

  Smith County Veterans Office

  222 Main St N, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits claims helpThe Veterans Office helps veterans with VA compensation, pension questions, and claims.
  Call 615-735-1148DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on smithcotn.com

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Upper Cumberland Workforce Smith County Location

  120 Pauline Gore Way, Suite A, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

  • Job and career servicesResidents can get help with job searches, career guidance, and workforce services.
  Call 615-735-0476DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucwork.org

• Library · County office

  Smith County Public Library

  215 Main Street N, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

  • Library materials and learning resourcesResidents can borrow books, use computers and internet, and access online research resources.
  Call 615-735-1326DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on smithcotn.com

Smith County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Smith County

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

Cities and towns in Smith County

• Carthage
• Gordonsville
• South Carthage

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