Charles City County

Local offices in Charles City County

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

• Human services · County office

  Charles City Department of Social Services

  10900 Courthouse Road, Charles City, VA 23030

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesGet help applying for public benefits and family services.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the local department.
  Call 804-652-1708DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on charlescityva.us

• State office · State office

  WIC at Charles City Health Department

  7501 Adkins Road, Charles City, VA 23030

  Help here

  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get nutrition help and food benefits.
  Call 804-829-2490DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Charles City Health Department

  7501 Adkins Road, Charles City, VA 23030

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet public health services, including vaccinations and family planning care.Read more
  Call 804-829-2490DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Charles City Circuit Court

  10780 Courthouse Road, Charles City, VA 23030-0086

  Help here

  • Court information for residentsFind court schedules, local rules, and information for people representing themselves.
  Call 804-652-2108DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Charles City General and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts

  10780 Courthouse Road, Charles City, VA 23030-0057

  Help here

  • Court information for residentsFind court schedules, case information, and contact details for the court clerk.
  Call 804-652-2188DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging

  1300 Semmes Avenue, Richmond, VA 23224

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesFind services that help older adults and caregivers live independently.
  Call 804-343-3000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on seniorconnections-va.org

• Library · Regional office

  Heritage Public Library

  10790 Courthouse Road, Charles City, VA 23030

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use library computers and online resources.
  Call 804-652-2450DirectionsWebsite

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

Charles City County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Charles City County

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

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