Wetzel County

Local offices in Wetzel County

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

• Human services · State office

  Wetzel County Department of Human Services Office

  1236 WV-2, New Martinsville, WV 26155

  Help here

  • Benefits and family assistanceVisit or call the county office to ask about state family assistance programs.
  • Child supportContact the county office for help with child support services.
  Call 304-455-0920DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Public health · State office

  Tyler/Wetzel County WIC Program

  430 S. 2nd Ave., Paden City, WV 26159

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families with young children.
  Call 304-337-2011DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Wetzel-Tyler Health Department

  425 S. 4th Ave., Paden City, WV 26159

  Help here

  • VaccinesMake an appointment for adult, child, or infant vaccines.
  • Public health servicesContact the department about health programs, lab services, and local permits.
  Call 304-337-2001DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wetzeltylerhealthdepartment.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Wetzel County Committee on Aging

  145 Paducah Drive, New Martinsville, WV 26155

  Help here

  • Older adult and disability servicesAsk about local services and support for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 304-455-3220DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Wetzel County 911 Center and Emergency Management

  911 Emergency Service Ln., New Martinsville, WV 26155

  Help here

  • Emergency dispatchCall 911 for police, fire, medical, or other emergencies in Wetzel County.
  • Emergency alertsSign up to receive county emergency alerts by phone.Read more
  Call 304-455-6960DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  WorkForce West Virginia - Parkersburg

  300 Lakeview Center, Parkersburg, WV 26101

  Help here

  • Workforce and unemployment assistanceContact the Parkersburg office for help finding work or accessing unemployment services.
  Call 1-800-252-5627DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  New Martinsville Public Library

  160 Washington St., New Martinsville, WV 26155

  Help here

  • Library materials and public accessWetzel County residents can get a library card to borrow materials and use public computers and Wi-Fi.Read more
  Call 304-455-4545DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on newmartinsville.lib.wv.us

Wetzel County, WV website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Wetzel County

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

Cities and towns in Wetzel County

• Hundrednot checked yet
• New Martinsville
• Paden City
• Pine Grovenot checked yet
• Smithfieldnot checked yet

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