Branford

Local offices in Branford

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

• Utilities · City office

  Town of Branford Utilities

  502 SW Suwannee Avenue, Branford, FL 32008

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and garbage billsGet information about your water, sewer, and garbage bill and pay it online.Apply online
  Call 386-935-1146DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofbranford.net

• Local office · City office

  Town Clerk / Town Hall

  502 SW Suwannee Avenue, Branford, FL 32008

  Help here

  • Town services and recordsContact the Town Clerk for help with town services and public records.
  Call 386-935-1146DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofbranford.net

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  CareerSource North Florida Branford Center

  703 Suwannee Avenue NW, Branford, FL 32008

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career planning, training, and unemployment assistance by appointment.Apply onlineRead more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on careersourcenorthflorida.com

• Library · Regional office

  Branford Library

  703 NW Suwannee Avenue, Branford, FL 32008

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its public library services.
  Call 386-935-1556DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on suwanneecountyfl.gov

Town of Branford, Florida website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Branford

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

Offices for all of Suwannee County

Branford is in Suwannee County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County

  915 Nobles Ferry Road, Live Oak, FL 32064

  Help here

  • County health clinicGet local health services, including immunizations and testing.Read more
  • WICEligible families can get healthy foods, nutrition help, breastfeeding support, and referrals.Read more
  Call 386-362-2708DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on suwannee.floridahealth.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging, Elder Options

  301 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32607

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource assistanceOlder adults and adults with disabilities can get help finding services and long-term care support.
  Call 800-262-2243DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agingresources.org

• Veterans · County office

  Suwannee County Veterans Services

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet free help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 386-688-6085Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on suwanneecountyfl.gov

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  CareerSource North Florida, Live Oak Career Center

  1393 Ohio Avenue North, Live Oak, FL 32064

  Help here

  • Career and training servicesGet help finding a job, exploring careers, and accessing job training.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourcenorthflorida.com

• State office · State office

  Suwannee County Tax Collector, Live Oak Office

  215 Pine Avenue SW, Suite A, Live Oak, FL 32064

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and Florida ID cardsApply for or renew a Florida driver license or ID card in person.Read more
  Call 386-362-2816DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on suwtax.com

• Library · Regional office

  Suwannee River Regional Library System

  1848 Ohio Avenue South, Live Oak, FL 32064

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library materials, public computers, printing, and programs for all ages.
  Call 386-362-2317DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on suw.ent.sirsi.net

Everything in Suwannee County

Florida programs by kind of help

These are run by Florida 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