Decatur County

Local offices in Decatur County

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

• State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Decatur County Office

  669 West Main Street, Decaturville, TN 38329

  Help here

  • Benefits assistanceVisit the local office to ask about state human services and benefit programs.
  Call 731-852-2981DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Decatur County Health Department

  155 North Pleasant Street, Decaturville, TN 38329

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, health screenings, and other public health services.
  • WICAsk the health department about WIC nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.
  Call 731-852-2461DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  102 East College Street, Jackson, TN 38301

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesCall for information and referrals to aging and disability services, including in-home support and meals.
  Call 866-836-6678DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Decatur County Senior Center

  1738 Georgia Avenue South, Parsons, TN 38363

  Help here

  • Senior programs and mealsOlder adults can find activities, nutrition programs, and home-delivered meal information.
  Call 731-847-7212DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Decatur County Veterans Services

  427 West Highland Street, Decaturville, TN 38329

  Help here

  • Veterans servicesContact the county veterans services officer for help with veterans benefits and services.
  Call 731-852-4223DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Decatur County 911 Emergency Services

  21 South South Street, Decaturville, TN 38329

  Help here

  • Emergency dispatchCall 911 for an emergency or call the non-emergency line to reach county dispatch.
  Call 731-852-3911DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Decatur County Clerk Driver Services Kiosk

  22 Main Street, Decaturville, TN 38329

  Help here

  • Driver servicesUse the kiosk for the driver license services listed by Tennessee's Department of Safety.
  Call 731-852-3417DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Decatur County Public Library

  20 West Market Street, Decaturville, TN 38329

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse public computers, internet, copying, faxing, and local history resources.
  Call 731-852-3325DirectionsWebsite

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

Decatur County, Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Decatur County

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

Cities and towns in Decatur County

• Decaturville
• Parsons

Tennessee programs by kind of help

These are run by Tennessee 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
• 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