Roanoke County

Local offices in Roanoke County

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

• Human services · County office

  Roanoke County Department of Social Services

  220 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesApply for food, medical, cash, and child care assistance and get help with family or adult services.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 540-387-6087DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Roanoke County/Salem Health Department

  105 East Calhoun Street, Salem, VA 24153

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet vaccinations, family planning, pregnancy testing, disease care, and other clinic services.
  • WIC nutrition programGet nutrition support and food benefits through the WIC program.
  Call 540-387-5530DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Roanoke County/Vinton Health Department

  227 S. Pollard Street, Vinton, VA 24179

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet vaccinations, family planning, pregnancy testing, and other clinic services.Read more
  • WIC nutrition programGet nutrition support and food benefits through the WIC program.Read more
  Call 540-857-7800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare

  611 McDowell Avenue NW, Roanoke, VA 24016

  Help here

  • Behavioral health intake and careStart walk-in intake for mental health, substance use, or developmental disability services.Read more
  Call 540-266-9200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Local Office on Aging, Inc.

  4932 Frontage Road NW, Roanoke, VA 24019

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services, nutrition support, and wellness resources.
  Call 540-345-0451DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works Roanoke

  707 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24016

  Help here

  • Job and career servicesGet help with job searches, career services, and employment resources.
  Call 540-613-8220DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Virginia DMV Roanoke Customer Service Center

  5220 Valleypark Drive, Roanoke, VA 24019

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for available 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

  Roanoke County Public Library

  6303 Merriman Road, Roanoke, VA 24018

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library materials, online resources, computers, printing, and learning programs.
  Call 540-777-8781DirectionsWebsite

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

Roanoke County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Roanoke County

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

Cities and towns in Roanoke County

• Vinton

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