Montgomery County

Local offices in Montgomery County

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

• Human services · County office

  Montgomery County Department of Social Services

  210 S. Pepper St., Ste. B, Christiansburg, VA 24073

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportResidents can apply for benefits and get help with case changes and family services.Apply online
  • Child supportParents can get help with child support services and cases.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 540-382-6990DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  New River Community Action, Montgomery County Office

  400 W. Main St., Christiansburg, VA 24073

  Help here

  • Emergency assistanceEligible households can ask about emergency help with food, rent, utilities, or other urgent needs.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 540-381-1561DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Montgomery County Health Department

  210 S. Pepper St., Ste. A, Christiansburg, VA 24073

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can get local health clinic services and information about preventing disease.
  • WICEligible pregnant women, infants, and young children can get nutrition help and food benefits.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 540-585-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  New River Valley Community Services, Montgomery Center

  700 University City Blvd., Blacksburg, VA 24060

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesResidents can contact the center for mental health, substance use, and related support.
  Call 540-961-8300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Montgomery County Human Services

  210 S. Pepper St., Ste. D, Christiansburg, VA 24073

  Help here

  • Children's Services ActFamilies can ask about coordinated services for children who need extra support.
  Call 540-382-5775DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  New River Valley Agency on Aging

  44 Third St. NW, Pulaski, VA 24301

  Help here

  • Aging services and Medicare counselingOlder adults and caregivers can get information about local supports and help understanding Medicare.Read more
  Call 540-980-7720DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Christiansburg DMV Customer Service Center

  385 Arbor Drive, Christiansburg, VA 24073

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesResidents can visit for driver licensing and vehicle services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and use library programs, computers, and online resources.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 540-382-6969Website

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

Montgomery County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Montgomery County

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

Cities and towns in Montgomery County

• Blacksburg
• Christiansburg

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