Weakley County

Local offices in Weakley County

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

• Older adults · County office

  Weakley County Office on Aging

  589 Evergreen Street, Dresden, TN 38225

  Help here

  • Meals and in-home supportThe office provides meals, respite care, and help with chores for eligible older residents.
  • Senior transportationThe office can connect residents with rides to medical visits, shopping, and personal errands.
  Call 731-364-5678DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Martin Housing Authority

  134 East Heights Drive, Martin, TN 38237

  Help here

  • Affordable housingThe authority provides affordable housing for families, older adults, and people with disabilities in Weakley County.
  Call 731-587-3186DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Weakley County Health Department

  9852 Highway 22, Dresden, TN 38225

  Help here

  • Public health care and screeningsThe health department offers immunizations, child health visits, family planning, testing, and other basic health services.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant or breastfeeding people and children under five get healthy food and nutrition support.
  • Vital recordsYou can request eligible Tennessee birth and death certificates through the health department.
  Call 731-364-2210DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  124 Weldon Drive, Martin, TN 38237

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities with regional support and services.
  Call 731-587-4213DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Weakley County Veterans Affairs

  116 W. Main St., Room 107, Dresden, TN 38225

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpThe office helps veterans and their families prepare claims and find benefits such as pensions, education, health care, and home loans.
  Call 731-364-5727DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Weakley County Emergency Management Agency

  7951 Highway 22, Dresden, TN 38225

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseThe agency helps residents prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.
  Call 731-364-2647DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Weakley County Clerk driver license services

  116 West Main, Room 104, Dresden, TN 38225

  Help here

  • Driver license duplicates and renewalsResidents can get duplicate or renewed non-commercial driver licenses at the county clerk office.
  Call 731-364-2285DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Ned R. McWherter Weakley County Library

  341 Linden Street, Dresden, TN 38225

  Help here

  • Library materials and internet accessResidents can borrow books and digital materials and use public computers and Wi-Fi.
  Call 731-364-2678DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  West Tennessee 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Information and referralCall 2-1-1 or use the website to find local help and community resources.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on team211.communityos.org

Weakley County, Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Weakley County

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

Cities and towns in Weakley County

• Dresden
• Gleason
• Greenfield
• Martin
• Sharon

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