Gretna

Local offices in Gretna

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

• Human services · Regional office

  211 Big Bend / Lifeline Connection

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for free, confidential help finding local services for needs such as food, housing, transportation, and family support.
  Call 850-617-6333Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211bigbend.org

• Utilities · City office

  City of Gretna Utility Billing

  14615 Main St., Gretna, FL 32332

  Help here

  • Water and sewer serviceContact City Hall for help with city water and sewer service and utility bills.
  Call 850-856-5257DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mygretna.com

• Local office · City office

  City Hall / City Manager's Office

  14615 Main St., Gretna, FL 32332

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  • City services and assistanceContact the City Manager's Office for help with city services, public meetings, and accessibility requests.
  Call 850-856-5257DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mygretna.com

• Older adults · City office

  Helen Franks Community Building

  14833 Main St., Gretna, FL 32332

  Help here

  • Senior activitiesAdults age 55 and older can join activities, exercise classes, games, crafts, and educational programs.
  Call 850-856-5257DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mygretna.com

City of Gretna website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gretna

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

Offices for all of Gadsden County

Gretna is in Gadsden County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Florida Department of Health in Gadsden County WIC

  278 Lasalle Leffall Drive, Quincy, FL 32351

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceProvides eligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children with food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 850-875-7200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gadsden.floridahealth.gov

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Gadsden County

  278 Lasalle Leffall Drive, Quincy, FL 32351

  Help here

  • County health servicesOffers local public health and regulatory and environmental health services.
  Call 850-875-7200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gadsden.floridahealth.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Gadsden County Emergency Services

  276 Lasalle Leffall Drive, Quincy, FL 32351

  Help here

  • Emergency medical servicesProvides emergency medical response and ambulance transportation in Gadsden County.
  Call 850-662-4068DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc. (Advantage Aging Solutions)

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportConnects older adults and caregivers in Gadsden County with local aging services and support.
  Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Gadsden County Veteran Services Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits claimsHelps veterans and their family members file claims for VA benefits.
  • Veteran medical transportationProvides rides for veterans to medical appointments at the Tallahassee VA clinic.
  Call 850-875-8661Website

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Lifeline Connection (211 Big Bend)

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsConnects callers with local help for housing, food, transportation, family needs, and mental health support.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211bigbend.org

Everything in Gadsden 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.
• 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