Brunswick County

Local offices in Brunswick County

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

• Human services · County office

  Brunswick County Department of Social Services

  201 Sharp Street, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • Food, health, and cash assistanceApply for SNAP, Medicaid, energy assistance, and temporary cash assistance.Apply online
  • Child and adult protective servicesContact the department to report concerns about abuse or neglect of a child or adult.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the local social services department.Apply online
  Call 434-848-2142DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brunswickco.com

• State office · State office

  Brunswick WIC Clinic

  1632 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceApply for food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.Apply online
  Call 434-848-2525DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Brunswick County Health Department

  1632 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit or call the health department for local public health services.
  Call 434-848-2525DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Southside Behavioral Health, Brunswick Services

  2087 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesCall for outpatient mental health, substance use, developmental disability, or crisis support.
  Call 833-272-2778DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Lake Country Area Agency on Aging

  1105 West Danville Street, South Hill, VA 23970

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportContact the agency for services and support for older adults and caregivers in Brunswick County.
  Call 434-447-7661DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Brunswick County Emergency Services

  1458 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet county information about emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
  Call 434-848-3107DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brunswickco.com

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works Emporia Workforce Center

  321 Halifax Street, Emporia, VA 23847

  Help here

  • Workforce and employment servicesGet help with employment and workforce services at the center serving Brunswick County.
  Call 434-637-5233DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Brunswick DMV Select

  100 Athletic Field Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • Vehicle transactionsComplete eligible vehicle title, registration, plate, and permit transactions at this location.
  Call 434-532-8050DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Meherrin Regional Library

  133 West Hicks Street, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library collections, programs, and learning resources through the regional library system.
  Call 434-848-2418DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on youseemore.com

Brunswick County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Brunswick County

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

Cities and towns in Brunswick County

• Albertanot checked yet
• Brodnaxnot checked yet
• Lawrenceville

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