Independence

Local offices in Independence

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

• Local office · City office

  Town Hall, Administration, and DMV

  317 East Main Street, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Town office helpVisit the town office for help with town services and administration.
  • Utility billsPay town utility bills and get help with water or sewer account payments.Apply online
  Call 276-773-3703DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on independenceva.com

• State office · State office

  Independence DMV Select

  317 East Main Street, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Vehicle titles and registrationHandle many vehicle title, registration, plate, permit, and placard transactions at this location.
  Call 276-773-3703DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Wythe-Grayson Regional Library

  147 South Independence Avenue, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow library materials and use information and learning resources.
  Call 276-773-3018DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wythegrayson.lib.va.us

Town of Independence, Virginia website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Independence

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

Offices for all of Grayson County

Independence is in Grayson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Grayson County Department of Social Services

  129 Davis St, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesGet help with public benefits, family support, and concerns about abuse or neglect.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the local social services department.
  Call 276-773-2452DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Grayson County WIC Clinic

  186 West Main St, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition assistanceWIC provides food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 276-773-2961DirectionsWebsite

  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

  Grayson County Health Department

  186 West Main St, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and health information.
  Call 276-773-2961DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  District Three Governmental Cooperative Area Agency on Aging

  4453 Lee Highway, Marion, VA 24354

  Help here

  • Services for older adults and caregiversOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services and support to stay independent.Read more
  Call 276-783-8157DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on district-three.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Grayson County Emergency Services

  129 Davis Street, Independence, VA 24348

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and coordinationContact the county for information about local emergency planning and emergency services.
  Call 276-768-6244DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Grayson 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