Morgan County

Local offices in Morgan County

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

• Human services · State office

  Morgan County Department of Human Resources

  Help here

  • Food assistance, family services, and child supportContact the county office for information about food assistance, family services, or child support.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Partnership of North Alabama

  1909 Central Parkway SW, Decatur, AL 35601

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency to ask about utility assistance and other services for people with low incomes.Read more
  Call 256-355-7843DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Morgan County Health Department

  3821 Hwy. 31 South, Decatur, AL 35603

  Help here

  • Public health and clinical servicesGet vaccines, family planning, testing, and other clinical services.
  • WICAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support at the clinic.Read more
  • Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificatesRequest certified copies of Alabama vital records.
  Call 256-353-7021DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Morgan County Law Library

  302 Lee Street NE, Decatur, AL 35601

  Help here

  • Law libraryUse the law library for legal research resources.
  Call 256-351-4728DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on morgancounty-al.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Morgan County Commission on Aging

  560 NE Shull Road, Hartselle, AL 35640

  Help here

  • Senior meals and activitiesAdults age 60 and older can get meals and join activities at county senior centers.
  Call 256-351-4652DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on morgancounty-al.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  NARCOG Area Agency on Aging

  216 Jackson Street SE, Decatur, AL 35601

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet connected to aging, disability, caregiver, and benefits services serving Cullman County.
  Call 256-355-4515DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Morgan County Veterans Affairs Office

  119 Lee St NE, Decatur, AL 35601

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceContact the office for help with veterans affairs.
  Call 256-351-4636DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on morgancounty-al.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Decatur Career Center

  1819 Bassett Avenue SE, Decatur, AL 35601

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help with job searches, training, and workforce services.
  Call 256-355-0142DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on adol.alabama.gov

• State office

  Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Morgan County Driver License Office

  302 Lee Street NE, Decatur, AL 35601

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationVisit for driver license and identification services.
  Call 256-351-4665DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Morgan County Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit a county library for public library services.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on morgancounty-al.gov

Morgan County Commission website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Morgan County

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

Cities and towns in Morgan County

• Decatur
• Evanot checked yet
• Falkville
• Hartselle
• Priceville
• Somerville
• Trinity

Alabama programs by kind of help

These are run by Alabama 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