Columbia County

Local offices in Columbia County

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

• Human services · State office

  Columbia County Division of Family and Children Services

  6358 Columbia Road, Appling, GA 30802

  Help here

  • Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFApply for food assistance, Medicaid, or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families through the local DFCS office.Apply online
  Call 706-541-1640DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Child support · State office

  Augusta Child Support Office

  3626 Walton Way Ext., Suite 2, Augusta, GA 30909

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services for cases serving Columbia County.Apply online
  Call 877-423-4746DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov

• Public health · State office

  Columbia County Health Department

  1930 William Few Parkway, Grovetown, GA 30813

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
  • WICWIC offers food benefits, nutrition advice, breastfeeding support, and referrals for eligible families.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 706-868-3330DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.georgia.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Columbia County Courts

  Help here

  • Court information and legal resourcesContact the county courts for court information and available legal resources.
  Call 706-312-7230Website

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

• Older adults · County office

  Columbia County Senior Center

  Help here

  • Senior center servicesResidents age 60 and older can get meals, activities, and programs at the Senior Center.
  Call 706-556-0308Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  CSRA Area Agency on Aging

  3626 Walton Way Ext., Suite 300, Augusta, GA 30909

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can call for information about regional support services.
  Call 866-552-4464DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on csrarc.ga.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Grovetown Veterans Field Service Office

  5170 B. Wrightsboro Road, Grovetown, GA 30813

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for state and federal veterans benefits, health care, disability compensation, pensions, and education benefits.Read more
  Call 706-210-2067DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.georgia.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Columbia County Emergency Management Agency

  650 Ronald Reagan Drive, Building B, Evans, GA 30809

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet preparedness information, emergency alerts, and help with county disaster planning and recovery.
  Call 706-868-3303DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Columbia County Library System

  7022 Evans Town Center Blvd., Evans, GA 30809

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, digital resources, computers, and other library materials.Apply online
  Call 706-863-1946DirectionsWebsite

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

Columbia County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Columbia County

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

Cities and towns in Columbia County

• Grovetown
• Harlem

Georgia programs by kind of help

These are run by Georgia 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
• 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