Vestavia Hills
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Local offices in Vestavia Hills
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Vestavia Hills Public Services
1032 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Help here
- Trash and recycling requestsAsk the city about trash and recycling collection, report a problem, or request service online.Apply onlineRead more
- Street and public works requestsReport a city street, sidewalk, storm drain, or other public works problem.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vhal.org
Human services · Regional office
211 Connects Alabama
Help here
- Health and human services referralsCall 211 for free help finding local food, housing, utility, health, and other community services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211connectsalabama.org
Local office · City office
Vestavia Hills City Hall
1032 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Help here
- City information and assistanceContact City Hall to find the right city department or get help with a city service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vhal.org
Older adults · City office
Vestavia Hills Senior Programs
1090 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesAsk about weekday senior lunches, activities, recreation, and local senior groups.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vhal.org
State office · State office
Alabama Department of Revenue Vehicle Licensing Office, Vestavia Hills
1032 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Help here
- Vehicle registration and tagsVestavia Hills residents can apply for vehicle registration and renew vehicle tags at this state licensing office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on revenue.alabama.gov
Library · City office
Library in the Forest
1221 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Help here
- Library materials and digital resourcesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, or use digital resources from home.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vestavialibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Vestavia Hills Parks and Recreation
1090 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Help here
- Recreation programs and facilitiesAsk about city recreation programs, activities, and facilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vhparksandrec.com
City of Vestavia Hills website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Vestavia Hills
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
Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
4336 Turin Drive, Bessemer, AL 35020
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 Services Alabama, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Offices for all of Jefferson County
Vestavia Hills is in Jefferson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · State office
Jefferson County WIC Clinic, Central Health Center
1400 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
Help here
- WICCall the clinic to ask about WIC food benefits and an appointment.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
State office · State office
Alabama Department of Human Resources, Jefferson County Office
2001 12th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35234
Help here
- Food assistanceApply for food assistance and get help with your case at the county office.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with child support services and enforcement.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way of Central Alabama 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on uwca.org
Human services · County office
Jefferson County Department of Community Services
716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Suite A-430, Birmingham, AL 35203
Help here
- Community development and housing programsAsk about county housing and community development programs available where you live.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jccal.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action Agency of Northeast Alabama, Jefferson County
6523 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35206
Help here
- Energy and community assistanceContact the agency to ask about energy and other low-income assistance programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on caaneal.org
Housing authority · County office
Jefferson County Housing Authority
3700 Industrial Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35217
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersAsk about public housing, housing choice vouchers, and housing counseling.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jcha.com
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.
- 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
- 211 Connects Alabama
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