Dukes County

Local offices in Dukes County

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

• Human services · County office

  Dukes County Public Benefits Access

  9 Airport Road, Edgartown, MA 02539

  Help here

  • Public benefits application helpGet help applying for food, cash, heating, housing, and other public benefits.
  • Unemployment benefit application helpGet help applying for unemployment benefits.
  Call 508-696-7233DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Martha’s Vineyard WIC Program

  M Family Center, 35 Greenwood Avenue, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceWIC offers nutrition help for eligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 508-771-7896DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Regional office

  South Shore Community Action Council

  133 Falmouth Road, Building 1, Suite E, Mashpee, MA 02649

  Help here

  • Home energy assistanceApply for help paying heating bills and ask about other home energy programs.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 508-778-0870DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Dukes County Regional Housing Authority

  21 Mechanic Street, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

  Help here

  • Affordable housing applicationsApply for affordable rental housing and learn about housing programs.
  Call 508-693-4419DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Dukes County Health Care Access Program

  114 New York Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

  Help here

  • Health coverage application helpGet help applying for MassHealth, Medicare, or other health coverage.
  Call 508-696-0020DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  Martha’s Vineyard Community Services

  111 Edgartown Road, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health or substance use assessment, counseling, support, and referrals.Read more
  Call 508-693-7900DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Dukes County Law Library

  Dukes County Courthouse, Main Street, Edgartown, MA 02539

  Help here

  • Legal information and referenceUse legal reference materials and ask for help finding legal information.
  Call 508-627-4668DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands

  68 Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information and referrals for aging services, care, meals, and caregiver support.
  Call 800-244-4630DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Dukes County Veteran Services

  9 Airport Road, Edgartown, MA 02539

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and assistanceAsk about financial, medical, housing, and other help for veterans and their families.
  Call 508-693-6887DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Dukes County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationFind information to help prepare for storms and other emergencies.
  Call 508-696-3840Website

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

Dukes County, Massachusetts website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Dukes County

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

Massachusetts programs by kind of help

These are run by Massachusetts 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