Gloucester County

Local offices in Gloucester County

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

• Human services · County office

  Gloucester Department of Social Services

  6641 Short Lane, Gloucester, VA 23061

  Help here

  • Benefits and financial assistanceAsk about public benefits and financial help for eligible households.Apply online
  • Adult and child protective servicesReport suspected abuse or neglect and ask about support for children and adults.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the local social services office.
  Call 804-693-2671DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Three Rivers Health District WIC

  6882 Main Street, Suites C-F, Gloucester, VA 23061

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 804-693-1399DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Gloucester County Health Department

  6882 Main Street, Suites C-F, Gloucester, VA 23061

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about local health services, immunizations, and health information.
  Call 804-693-2445DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Middle Peninsula-Northern Neck Community Services Board, Gloucester Counseling Center

  9228 George Washington Memorial Highway, Gloucester, VA 23061

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and substance use servicesContact the counseling center about mental health and substance use services.
  Call 804-693-5057DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Gloucester County Emergency Management

  7478 Justice Drive, Gloucester, VA 23061

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet help preparing for emergencies and signing up for local safety alerts.
  Call 804-693-1390DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Gloucester

  2348 York Crossing Drive, Hayes, VA 23072

  Help here

  • DMV servicesVisit this DMV office for available driving and vehicle services.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Gloucester County Public Library

  6920 Main Street, Gloucester, VA 23061

  Help here

  • Library access and research helpBorrow books, use public computers, and get help finding information.
  Call 804-693-2998DirectionsWebsite

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

Gloucester County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gloucester 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