Lawrence County

Local offices in Lawrence County

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

• Child support · State office

  Tennessee Child Support Office, 22nd Judicial District

  34 Public Square, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can contact this office for help with child support services and cases in Lawrence, Giles, and Wayne counties.Apply online
  Call 931-766-1458DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Lawrence County Office

  527 Crews Street, Suite A, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Family assistance programsResidents can get help with SNAP, Families First, child care assistance, Medicaid, and TennCare.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Lawrenceburg Housing Authority

  1020 Smith Avenue, Lawrenceburg, TN 38468

  Help here

  • Affordable housingThe housing authority accepts applications for housing assistance for eligible low-income households in the Lawrenceburg area.Apply online
  Call 931-762-7532DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Lawrence County Health Department

  2379 Buffalo Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesThe health department offers local clinic services, including immunizations, family planning, screenings, and health education.
  • WICEligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support through WIC.Read more
  Call 931-762-9406DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  Centerstone Lawrenceburg

  1090 Old Florence Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Behavioral health careResidents can contact Centerstone for mental health and addiction services.
  Call 877-467-3123DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  South Central Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for aging and disability services, including in-home support and Medicare counseling.
  Call 866-836-6678Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lawrence County Veterans Service

  2375 Buffalo Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe county veterans service office helps veterans and their families with benefit claims and related questions.
  Call 931-766-1583DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Tennessee Department of Children’s Services, Lawrence County Office

  527 Crews Street, Suite B, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Child and family servicesFamilies can contact this state office about child welfare services in Lawrence County.
  Call 931-766-4058DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Lawrence County Emergency Management Operations

  233 West Gaines Street, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Emergency managementContact the county office for information about local emergency management.
  Call 931-762-3523DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Tennessee Driver Services at Lawrence County Clerk

  25 Public Square, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Driver license kiosk servicesResidents can use the local kiosk for eligible noncommercial license renewals and duplicates.
  Call 931-762-4459DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Lawrence County Public Library System

  519 East Gaines Street, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials, use library computers, and access learning and research resources.
  Call 931-762-4627DirectionsWebsite

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

Lawrence County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lawrence County

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

Cities and towns in Lawrence County

• Ethridgenot checked yet
• Lawrenceburg
• Loretto
• St. Joseph

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