Upson County
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Local offices in Upson County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Public health · State office
Upson County WIC and Nutrition Center
314 East Lee Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get healthy food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on district4health.org
Child support · State office
Griffin Child Support Services Office
1435 North Expressway, Suite 305, Griffin, GA 30223
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help applying for child support services and managing a child support case.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov
State office
Upson County DFCS Office
711 North Bethel Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Food, cash, and health benefitsAsk about applying for food assistance, Medicaid, or cash assistance through Georgia Gateway.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
2-1-1 Georgia
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, and jobs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwayga.org
Public health · State office
Upson County Health Department
314 East Lee Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health services such as immunizations, family planning, and screenings for children and adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on district4health.org
Older adults · County office
Thomaston-Upson Senior Center
302 South Bethel Street, Thomaston, GA 30286
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesOlder adults can join activities, exercise classes, and a meal program.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on upsoncountyga.org
Older adults · Regional office
Three Rivers Area Agency on Aging
13273 Highway 34 East, Franklin, GA 30217
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet connected to services and support for older adults and caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov
Veterans · State office
Macon Veterans Field Service Office
5566 Thomaston Road, Macon, GA 31220
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.georgia.gov
Emergency help · County office
Upson County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information and help preparing for emergencies and disasters in Upson County.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on upsoncountyga.org
Jobs and training · State office
Griffin Career Center
1514 Highway 16 West, Griffin, GA 30223-2046
Help here
- Job and unemployment servicesVisit for help with job searches and employment services; this center serves Pike County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.georgia.gov
Library · Regional office
Pine Mountain Regional Library System
Help here
- Public library servicesThe library system offers public library services to Meriwether County residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pinemtnlibrary.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Upson County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Middle Georgia Community Food Bank
4490 Ocmulgee East Boulevard, Macon, GA 31217
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Georgia Legal Services Program
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency, Inc.
121 Prince Street, Warner Robins, GA 31093
Listed on dfcs.georgia.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Upson County
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
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Georgia
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988