Oglethorpe County

Local offices in Oglethorpe County

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

• Human services · State office

  Oglethorpe County DFCS Office

  231 Union Point Street, Lexington, GA 30648

  Help here

  • Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit DFCS for help with food assistance, Medicaid, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.
  Call 706-743-8152DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Oglethorpe County WIC Clinic

  305 Union Point Road, Lexington, GA 30648

  Help here

  • WICContact the clinic to ask about WIC nutrition support and eligibility.
  Call 706-743-8181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way of Northeast Georgia 211

  Help here

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

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Oglethorpe County Health Department

  305 Union Point Road, Lexington, GA 30648

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesContact the clinic for public health services available to Oglethorpe County residents.
  Call 706-743-8181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Oglethorpe County Senior Center

  19 Oglethorpe Dr, Crawford, GA 30630

  Help here

  • Senior programsAdults age 60 and older can apply to join programs, meals, activities, and transportation services.Apply online
  Call 706-743-8848DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on oglethorpecountyga.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging and disability service referralsCall for information and referrals to aging and disability services, including help at home and in the community.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 888-808-8020Website

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

• Veterans · State office

  Athens Veterans Field Service Office

  9249 U.S. Highway 29, Athens, GA 30601

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits through the office serving Madison County.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Oglethorpe County Emergency Management Agency

  866 Athens Rd, Crawford, GA 30630

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information about preparing for emergencies and help coordinating recovery after a disaster.
  Call 706-743-5270DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Athens Career Center

  150 Evelyn C. Neely Drive, Athens, GA 30601

  Help here

  • Career and unemployment helpGet help with job searches, career services, and unemployment questions at the center serving Madison County.Apply online
  Call 877-709-8185DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Athens Regional Library System

  858 Athens Rd, Lexington, GA 30648

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library resources, computers, printing, scanning, and programs for children and teens.
  Call 706-743-8817DirectionsWebsite

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

Oglethorpe County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Oglethorpe County

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

Cities and towns in Oglethorpe County

• Arnoldsvillenot checked yet
• Crawford
• Lexingtonnot checked yet
• Maxeysnot 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