Ashland

Local offices in Ashland

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

• State office · State office

  Ashland DMV Customer Service Center

  252 A Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver license or ID and handle other DMV services in person.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Richard S. Gillis, Jr. Ashland Branch Library

  201 South Railroad Avenue, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and attend programs for all ages.
  Call 804-798-4072DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Ashland Town Hall

  121 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • Town services and informationVisit Town Hall for help with town services, information, and resident requests.
  Call 804-798-9219DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ashlandva.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Ashland Parks and Recreation

  Help here

  • Parks and recreationFind town parks, trails, recreation programs, and seasonal activities such as swimming at Carter Park Pool.
  Call 804-798-9219Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ashlandva.gov

Town of Ashland website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ashland

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

Offices for all of Hanover County

Ashland is in Hanover County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Hanover County Department of Social Services

  12304 Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportApply for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, child care help, or heating and cooling assistance.
  • Child and adult protectionReport concerns about abuse or neglect and ask about protective services.
  Call 804-365-4100DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Chickahominy Health District WIC

  12312 Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition benefitsApply for food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support for eligible families.
  Call 804-365-4335DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Local office · State office

  211 Virginia

  Help here

  • Community resource referralCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211virginia.org

• Public health · State office

  Hanover Health Department, Chickahominy Health District

  12312 Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • Public health servicesAsk about local health department services, including clinical and family health programs.
  Call 804-365-4313DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Hanover County Community Services Board

  12300 Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use careGet an assessment, counseling, treatment, or crisis help for mental health or substance use concerns.
  • Developmental disability supportAsk about support coordination and services for people with developmental disabilities.
  Call 804-365-4222DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Hanover Circuit Court

  7530 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA 23069

  Help here

  • Court information and filingsGet information about circuit court matters, clerk services, and jury service.
  Call 804-365-6151DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Hanover County

Virginia programs by kind of help

These are run by Virginia 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
• 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