Pittsylvania County

Local offices in Pittsylvania County

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

• Human services · County office

  Pittsylvania County Department of Social Services

  220 H. G. McGhee Dr., Chatham, VA 24531

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesApply for food, cash, energy, medical, and child care assistance and get help with family services.Apply online
  Call 434-432-7281DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Pittsylvania County WIC Office

  200 H. G. McGhee Drive, Chatham, VA 24531

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 434-433-3563DirectionsWebsite

  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

  Pittsylvania County Health Department

  200 H. G. McGhee Drive, Chatham, VA 24531

  Help here

  • Local public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and clinic information.
  Call 434-432-7232DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services

  245 Hairston Street, Danville, VA 24540

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and developmental servicesFind mental health, substance use, developmental disability, and prevention services for residents of Pittsylvania County.
  • Behavioral health crisis servicesGet 24-hour help during a behavioral health crisis by calling the crisis line.Read more
  Call 434-799-0456DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southern Area Agency on Aging

  1075 Spruce Street, Martinsville, VA

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can find local services, transportation, meals, and support to help them live independently.
  Call 800-468-4571DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Pittsylvania County Emergency Management

  110 Old Chatham Elementary Lane, Chatham, VA 24531

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters.
  Call 434-432-7939DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Career Works Danville

  211 Nor-Dan Drive, Suite 1055, Danville, VA 24540

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help finding a job, training, and other employment services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Danville Customer Service Center

  126 Sandy Court, Suite C, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for driver and vehicle services, including road skills testing.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Pittsylvania County Public Library

  Help here

  • Library resources and programsUse books, digital materials, homework help, language learning, and programs for all ages.
  Website

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

Pittsylvania County, VA website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Pittsylvania County

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

Cities and towns in Pittsylvania County

• Chatham
• Gretna
• Hurt

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