Elkins
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Local offices in Elkins
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
West Virginia Department of Human Services, Randolph County Office
1027 North Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Public benefitsVisit or call the county office to ask about state assistance programs and applying for benefits.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov
Housing help · City office
Housing Authority of the City of Elkins
Stoddard Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Public housingContact the housing authority to ask about its public housing apartments and how to apply.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hud.gov
Utilities · City office
City of Elkins Utility Billing
401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Water, sewer, and trash billsGet help with city utility bills, payments, and starting or stopping service.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofelkinswv.gov
Local office · City office
Elkins City Hall
401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- City government helpContact City Hall to reach city departments or ask about city services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofelkinswv.gov
Older adults · Nonprofit
Randolph County Senior Center
5th Street and Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesAdults age 60 and older and their spouses can ask about meals, activities, transportation, and support services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on randolphcountyseniorcenter.com
Jobs and training · State office
WorkForce West Virginia Elkins Center
1023 North Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Job and unemployment helpGet help finding work, training for a job, or handling unemployment benefits.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on workforcewv.org
State office
West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles, Elkins Regional Office
1029 North Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver licensing and other motor vehicle services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on transportation.wv.gov
Library · Regional office
Elkins-Randolph County Public Library
209 Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, use computers and Wi-Fi, or ask for copying and fax services.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on elkinslibrary.com
Parks and recreation · City office
Phil Gainer Community Center
142 Robert E. Lee Avenue Extension, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Community recreation and eventsAsk about recreation programs or reserve space for a community event.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on philgainercommunitycenter.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Elkins
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Mountaineer Food Bank
484 Enterprise Drive, Gassaway, WV 26624
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of West Virginia, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
North Central West Virginia Community Action Association, Inc.
146 Terrace Manor, Fairmont, WV 26554
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Randolph County
Elkins is in Randolph County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Randolph County DoHS Office
1027 N. Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Benefits and family assistanceResidents can apply for programs such as Medicaid, SNAP food benefits, TANF, and utility help.
- Social servicesThe office helps with services such as child and adult protection, foster care, and homelessness support.
- Child care assistanceEligible families can get help paying for child care through the office.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov
Public health · State office
Randolph County WIC Program
107 Davis Street, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible families get food and nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov
Child support · State office
Randolph County DoHS Office - Child Support
1027 North Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Child support servicesThe office helps families with child support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bcse.wv.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
North Central West Virginia Community Action Association - Randolph County Office
938 South Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Weatherization and family supportThe agency offers weatherization, case management, housing, and other support for eligible households.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncwvcaacorp.net
Housing help · Regional office
Randolph County Housing Authority
2280 Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Housing assistanceThe housing authority helps eligible residents apply for rental assistance and affordable housing.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rchawv.org
Public health · County office
Randolph County Health Department
32 Randolph Avenue, Suite 101, Elkins, WV 26241
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health department provides public health, clinical, nursing, and environmental health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on randolphhealthwv.net
West Virginia programs by kind of help
These are run by West 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 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - 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
Talk to a person
- West Virginia 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988