Wheeling
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Local offices in Wheeling
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Ohio County Department of Human Services Office
69 16th Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Family assistanceApply for programs such as Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, emergency assistance, and energy assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov
Human services · City office
Economic and Community Development Department
1500 Chapline Street, Suite 302, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Housing and neighborhood servicesContact the department about housing and neighborhood services in the city.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelingwv.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Wheeling Housing Authority
11 Community Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about subsidized housing for eligible Ohio County residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelingwv-pha.org
Utilities · City office
Utility Accounting and Revenue
Help here
- Water and sewer billsContact the billing office to start, stop, or pay city water and sewer service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelingwv.gov
Veterans · State office
West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance, Wheeling Benefits Office
1082 East Bethlehem Boulevard, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help filing claims for veterans benefits and understanding benefit decisions.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.wv.gov
Local office · City office
Division of Operations and Wheeling 311
10 Hunter Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Report a non-emergency city issueReport problems like damaged signs, traffic signals, and street issues to city operations.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelingwv.gov
Jobs and training · State office
WorkForce West Virginia, Wheeling Office
1275 Warwood Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Job and unemployment servicesGet help with job search and workforce services at the Wheeling office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcewv.org
Library · County office
Ohio County Public Library
52 16th Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use its collections, online catalog, and public programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ohiocountylibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks & Recreation Department
10 Hunter Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind city parks, pools, sports, and recreation programs for residents.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelingwv.gov
City of Wheeling, West Virginia website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Wheeling
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
Change, Incorporated
3158 West Street, Weirton, WV 26062
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Ohio County
Wheeling is in Ohio County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · State office
Ohio County WIC Program
45 18th Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five with food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov
Child support · State office
Ohio County DoHS Office - Child Support
69 16th Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services through the local state office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov
Local office · Regional office
West Virginia 211
Help here
- Community service referralsCall 211 for help finding local services for needs such as housing, food, health care, and utility bills.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wv211.org
Public health · Regional office
Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department
1500 Chapline Street, Room 106, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department about public health clinics, nursing services, and environmental health.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ohiocountyhealth.com
Local office · County office
Ohio County Commission
1500 Chapline Street, Suite 215, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- County government informationContact the County Commission for county government information and help finding county offices.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ohiocountywv.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Northwestern Area Agency on Aging
105 Bridge Street Plaza, Wheeling, WV 26003
Help here
- Aging services and informationContact the agency for information and support for older adults and local senior service providers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on belomar.org
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.
- 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 - 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