Smithville
Ask about Smithville
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Smithville and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Smithville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Tennessee Department of Human Services, DeKalb County Office
715 Walker Drive, Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Food, cash, medical, and child care assistanceApply for food, family cash, medical, and child care assistance at this office.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Utilities · City office
Smithville Electric System
Help here
- Electric bills and serviceCall for help with your electric bill, service, or account.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on smithvilleelectric.com
Older adults · County office
Smithville Senior Center
718 S. Congress Blvd., Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Senior activities and servicesOlder adults can visit for activities and services that support independence and community connection.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dekalbtennessee.com
Jobs and training · State office
DeKalb American Job Center
722 S. Congress Blvd., UT/Chamber of Commerce Room 119, Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help searching for jobs, preparing for interviews, and finding training.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
State office
DeKalb County Clerk Driver License Kiosk
722 S. Congress Blvd., Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Driver license renewals and duplicatesUse the kiosk for duplicates and renewals of non-commercial driver licenses.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Library · County office
Justin Potter Library
101 S. First St., Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Library materials and public computersBorrow books and other materials or use a public computer and internet access.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dekalblibraries.net
Local office · City office
Smithville City Hall
104 E. Main St., Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- City services and questionsContact City Hall with questions about city services and local government.
- Water and sewer billingAsk the city about water or sewer service and billing.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on smithvillecityhall.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Smithville
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
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
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
Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency, Inc.
580 S Jefferson Ave Ste B, Cookeville, TN 38501-4673
Listed on tn.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of DeKalb County
Smithville is in DeKalb County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · State office
Tennessee Child Support Office, 13th Judicial District
580 S. Jefferson Avenue, Suite N, Cookeville, TN 38501
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services for families in DeKalb County and nearby counties.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Public health · State office
DeKalb County Health Department
286 Tiger Drive, Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health services, including health clinics and immunizations.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Emergency help · County office
DeKalb County Emergency Medical Service
248 Meadowbrook Drive, Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Emergency medical servicesCall 911 for emergency medical help or call the non-emergency line with questions about EMS.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dekalbtennessee.com
Older adults · Regional office
Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability
1104 England Drive, Cookeville, TN 38501
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesThe agency connects older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers with services and support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucdd.org
Veterans · County office
DeKalb County Veteran's Service Office
DeKalb County Courthouse, 1 Public Square, Room 105, Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet information and help with veterans benefits and VA services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dekalbtennessee.com
Jobs and training · State office
DeKalb American Job Center
722 South Congress Boulevard, UT/Chamber of Commerce, Room 119, Smithville, TN 37166
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesGet help with job searches, resumes, training, and other employment services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dekalbtennessee.com
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