Mitchell County

Local offices in Mitchell County

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

• Human services · State office

  Mitchell County Division of Family and Children Services

  90 West Oakland Avenue, Camilla, GA 31730

  Help here

  • Food and cash benefitsApply for food assistance and other benefits through the state office.Apply online
  Call 229-522-3500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  South Georgia Camilla Child Support Office

  12 W Broad St, Camilla, GA 31730

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services at the office serving Mitchell County.Apply online
  Call 877-423-4746DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211

  Help here

  • Local resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Mitchell County Health Department

  88 West Oakland Avenue, Camilla, GA 31730

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local public health services from the county health department.
  • WICAsk the health department about food and nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 229-355-3081DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Sowega Council on Aging Southwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging

  335 W. Society Ave., Albany, GA 31701

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportCall for information and referrals to aging and caregiver services serving Mitchell County.Read more
  Call 229-432-1124DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Moultrie Veterans Field Service Office

  101 East Central Ave, Moultrie, GA

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help with veterans benefits through the office serving Mitchell County.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Mitchell County Emergency Management Agency

  5201 US Highway 19 S, Camilla, GA 31730

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency information and sign up for county weather and safety alerts.
  Call 229-336-2060DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mitchellcountyga.net

• Library · Regional office

  De Soto Trail Regional Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library system for books, computers, internet access, and reference help.Read more
  Website

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

Mitchell County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Mitchell County

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

Cities and towns in Mitchell County

• Baconton
• Camilla
• Pelham
• Sale Citynot checked yet

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