Long County

Local offices in Long County

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

• State office

  Long County DFCS Office

  590 North Macon Drive, Ludowici, GA 31316

  Help here

  • Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit DFCS for help with food assistance, Medicaid, or TANF.Apply online
  Call 912-545-2177DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Human services · Regional office

  United Way of the Coastal Empire 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding local food, housing, health care, utility, and other community resources.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwce.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Coastal Georgia Area Community Action Authority

  1 Community Action Drive, Brunswick, GA 31520

  Help here

  • Community assistanceAsk about rental and utility help, job training, food support, and other community services.
  Call 912-264-3281DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Long County Health Department

  584 N. Macon Street, Ludowici, GA 31316

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about its clinic and environmental health services.
  • WICAsk the health department about nutrition help for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 912-545-2107DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Coastal Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging

  1181 Coastal Drive SW, Darien, GA 31305

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportRequest information about meals, in-home help, caregiver support, and other local services.
  Call 800-580-6860DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Glennville Veterans Field Service Office

  8819 U.S. Highway 301, Glennville, GA 30427

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceMeet with a state veterans service officer about veterans benefits.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Long County Emergency Management

  468 S McDonald St, Ludowici, GA 31316

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet local emergency information and guidance on preparing for disasters.
  Call 912-270-3739DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Statesboro Career Center

  127 North Main Street, Suite 103, Statesboro, GA 30458

  Help here

  • Job search and employment helpGet help finding work, training, and other job services.
  Call 877-709-8185DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Three Rivers Regional Library System

  Help here

  • Library resourcesUse the library system to access books, technology, and learning resources.
  Call 912-545-2521Website

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

Long County Board of Commissioners website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Long County

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

Cities and towns in Long County

• Ludowici

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