Bryson City
Ask about Bryson City
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Bryson City and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Bryson City
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Older adults · County office
Swain Senior Center
125 Brendle Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Senior activities and mealsAdults age 60 and older can come for senior activities and weekday meals.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on swaincountync.gov
State office · State office
NCDMV Driver License Office - Bryson City
2650 Governors Island Road, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Driver licensesVisit the office for driver license services, including in-person needs that cannot be handled online.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov
Library · Regional office
Marianna Black Library
33 Fryemont Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use free internet, and attend library programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on fontanalib.org
Local office · City office
Bryson City Town Hall
45 Everett Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Town services and informationContact Town Hall with questions about town services and local government.Read more
- Water and sewer serviceContact Town Hall about town water or sewer service and utility emergencies.Read more
- Utility bill paymentPay a Town utility bill through the Town website.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on brysoncitync.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Bryson City
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
MANNA FoodBank
99 Broadpointe Dr., Mills River, NC 28759
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
Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc.
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
Four Square Community Action, Inc.
61 Milton Mashburn Drive, P.O. Box 2290, Andrews, NC 28901
Listed on ncdhhs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Swain County
Bryson City is in Swain County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Swain County Department of Social Services
80 Academy Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Public assistance and family servicesAsk about Medicaid, food assistance, Work First, emergency help, and services for children and adults.
- Child supportGet help with child support services and enforcement.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swaincountync.gov
Public health · County office
Swain County Health Department
545 Center Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Public health clinicsGet health checks, immunizations, family planning, and testing for sexually transmitted diseases.
- WICEligible women, infants, and children can get healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swaincountync.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Region A Area Agency on Aging, Southwestern Commission
Help here
- Aging services and supportOlder adults and caregivers can get information about regional aging services and support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southwesterncommission.org
Veterans · County office
Swain County Veterans Service Office
101 Mitchell Road, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for benefits.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on milvets.nc.gov
Emergency help · County office
Swain County Emergency Services
55 East Ridge Drive, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Emergency management and 911 addressingGet information about emergency planning and request a street address for emergency response.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swaincountync.gov
Jobs and training · State office
NCWorks JobLink Center - Swain County
33 Fryemont Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesGet help finding work and connecting with employment services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on commerce.nc.gov
North Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by North Carolina 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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - 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
- NC 211
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