Washington

Local offices in Washington

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

• Local office · City office

  Washington City Hall

  102 E. Liberty Street, Washington, GA 30673

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact the City Clerk or City Hall for help with city government services.
  • Utility service and billingStart or manage water, sewer, electricity, garbage, and yard waste service, or ask about help paying a utility bill.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 706-678-3277DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Mary Willis Library

  204 E. Liberty Street, Washington, GA 30673

  Help here

  • Public libraryUse the library's books, public computers, children's programs, and meeting rooms.
  Call 706-678-7736DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on btrl.net

City of Washington, GA website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Washington

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

Offices for all of Wilkes County

Washington is in Wilkes County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Wilkes County DFCS Office

  48 Lexington Avenue, Washington, GA 30673

  Help here

  • Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFApply for food assistance, Medicaid, or cash assistance for eligible families.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through Georgia DFCS.
  Call 706-678-2814DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way CSRA 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, health care, work, and other needs.
  Call 706-826-1495Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Wilkes County Health Department

  204 Gordon Street, Washington, GA 30673

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people and families with young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 706-678-2622DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Wilkes County Senior Center

  Help here

  • Senior servicesContact the county senior center for local services for older adults.
  Call 706-678-2518Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  CSRA Area Agency on Aging

  3626 Walton Way Extension, Suite 300, Augusta, GA 30909

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesGet connected to services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
  Call 888-922-4464DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Washington Veterans Field Service Office

  104 E. Liberty Street, Washington, GA 30673

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 706-678-2821DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Wilkes 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