Richlands

Local offices in Richlands

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

• Utilities · City office

  Richlands Town Hall

  200 Washington Square, Richlands, VA 24641

  Help here

  • Town services and utility billsAsk about electric, water, sewer, and garbage service, or pay a town utility bill.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 276-964-2566DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on richlands-va.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works Richlands Office

  501 Railroad Avenue, Richlands, VA 24641

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help looking for work, planning a career, and finding training.
  Call 276-963-2660DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on virginiaworks.gov

• Library · County office

  Richlands Branch, Tazewell County Public Library

  102 Suffolk Avenue, Richlands, VA 24641

  Help here

  • Library resources and programsBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and attend library programs.
  Call 276-964-5282DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tcplweb.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Richlands Recreation Park

  126 Rec Park Drive, Richlands, VA 24641

  Help here

  • Recreation facilities and community roomsUse the town's community rooms, weight room, courts, fields, and other recreation facilities.
  Call 276-964-2575DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on police2.richlands-va.gov

Town of Richlands, Virginia website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Richlands

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

Offices for all of Tazewell County

Richlands is in Tazewell County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Tazewell County Department of Social Services

  253 Chamber Drive, Tazewell, VA 24651

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesGet help with food, health care, child care, heating, cooling, and cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 276-988-8500DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

  Tazewell County Health Department

  253 Chamber Drive, Tazewell, VA 24651

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and clinic information.
  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 276-988-5585DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, Inc.

  216 College Ridge Road, Tazewell, VA 24609

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportFind local services that help older adults and caregivers maintain independence and well-being.
  Call 276-964-4915DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Virginia Department of Veterans Services Tazewell Office

  657 Main Street, Tazewell, VA 24651

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits and using services for veterans and their families.
  Call 276-988-3761DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Tazewell

  1151 Tazewell Avenue, Tazewell, VA 24651

  Help here

  • Driver and identification servicesVisit this DMV location for driver and identification services, vehicle transactions, and listed testing services.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Tazewell 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