Williamsburg

Local offices in Williamsburg

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

• Human services · City office

  Williamsburg Human Services

  401 Lafayette Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185

  Help here

  • Benefits and social servicesGet help with benefit programs, social work, and referrals to local services.Apply online
  Call 757-220-6161DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on williamsburgva.gov

• State office

  James City County-Williamsburg WIC Clinic

  5300 Palmer Lane, Williamsburg, VA 23188

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 757-253-4741DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211virginia.org

• Public health · State office

  Williamsburg-James City County Health Department

  5300 Palmer Lane, Williamsburg, VA 23188

  Help here

  • Local public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and health information.
  Call 757-253-4813DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Colonial Behavioral Health Williamsburg Office

  1651 Merrimac Trail, Building 1, Williamsburg, VA 23185

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesAdults can seek an assessment and help connecting to mental health or substance use services.
  Call 757-220-3200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on colonialbh.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Williamsburg/James City County Circuit Court

  5201 Monticello Avenue, Suite Six, Williamsburg, VA 23188-8218

  Help here

  • Court clerk servicesContact the clerk for court information and help with filings, records, probate, and other court matters.
  Call 757-564-2242DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vacourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Peninsula Agency on Aging

  739 Thimble Shoals Boulevard, Suite 1006, Newport News, VA 23606

  Help here

  • Aging servicesConnect with services that help older adults live independently, including meals and transportation.Read more
  Call 757-873-0541DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paainc.org

• State office

  Williamsburg DMV Customer Service Center

  5235 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23185

  Help here

  • DMV servicesVisit the DMV for the services listed for this location, including road skills testing and E-ZPass services.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Williamsburg Regional Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse a library card to borrow materials and access library resources and programs.
  Call 757-741-3300Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wrl.org

City of Williamsburg website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Williamsburg

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

Cities and towns in Williamsburg

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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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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