Lake County

Local offices in Lake County

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

• State office · State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Lake County Office

  660 Carl Perkins Parkway, Tiptonville, TN 38079-1678

  Help here

  • Food and family assistanceApply for food, cash, child care, and health care assistance through state programs.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Lake County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or text 211 to get help finding local food, housing, health care, and other services.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211lake.org

• Public health · State office

  Lake County Health Department

  400 Carl Perkins Parkway, Tiptonville, TN 38079

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, family planning, health education, and other basic health services.
  • WICApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 731-253-9954DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Lake County Courts

  229 Church St, Tiptonville, TN 38079

  Help here

  • Court information and self-helpFind information about county courts and matters such as civil cases, custody, and child support.
  Call 731-253-7382DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountytn.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Lake County Office on Aging

  Help here

  • Senior center and aging servicesConnect with local programs and senior centers that help older adults stay healthy and independent.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountytn.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  124 Weldon Dr, Martin, TN 38237

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet help finding services that support older adults and adults with disabilities to live independently.
  Call 731-587-4213DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nwtdd.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Lake County Emergency Management

  333 Kentucky St, Tiptonville, TN 38079

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and responseGet information about county plans and response for disasters and other emergencies.
  Call 731-253-9911DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountytn.gov

• State office · State office

  Lake County Clerk Driver Services

  116 S Court St, Tiptonville, TN 38079

  Help here

  • Driver license renewals and duplicatesRenew or replace a non-commercial Tennessee driver license at the county clerk office.
  Call 731-253-7582DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Library · County office

  Tiptonville Public Library

  126 Tipton St, Tiptonville, TN 38079

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the public library to use its community and learning resources.
  Call 731-253-7391DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sites.google.com

Lake County, Tennessee Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lake County

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

Cities and towns in Lake County

• Ridgely
• Tiptonville

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.
• 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