Charlottesville

Local offices in Charlottesville

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

• Human services · City office

  Charlottesville Department of Social Services

  120 Seventh Street NE, City Hall Annex, 2nd Floor, Charlottesville, VA 22902

  Help here

  • Public benefits and family servicesApply for food, health, child care, and cash benefits, or get help with family services.Apply online
  Call 434-970-3400DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Charlottesville/Albemarle WIC

  1138 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get nutrition help and food benefits.
  Call 434-972-6200DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority

  500 First Street South, Charlottesville, VA 22902

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and resident supportAsk about public housing, housing vouchers, and support for current residents.
  Call 434-326-4672DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cvillerha.com

• Public health · State office

  Charlottesville-Albemarle Health Department

  1138 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit or call for local health department clinics and public health services.
  • WICWIC helps eligible families get healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help.
  Call 434-972-6269DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Region Ten Community Services Board

  500 Old Lynchburg Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and crisis servicesGet mental health, substance use, developmental disability, and crisis support in the community.Read more
  Call 434-972-1800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · City office

  City of Charlottesville Circuit Court

  315 East High Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

  Help here

  • Court forms and case informationGet court forms and information about civil, criminal, and family cases.
  Call 434-970-3766DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Jefferson Area Board for Aging

  674 Hillsdale Drive, Suite 9, Charlottesville, VA 22901

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information and connections to services that help older adults and caregivers.
  Call 434-817-5222DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Virginia Department of Veterans Services Charlottesville Office

  1430 Rolkin Court, Suite 202, Charlottesville, VA 22911

  Help here

  • Veteran benefits supportVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for benefits.
  Call 434-529-6431DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dvs.virginia.gov

• Emergency help · City office

  Charlottesville Emergency Management

  100 5th Street NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency alerts and information to prepare for and recover from disasters.
  Call 434-970-3254DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works Charlottesville Workforce Center

  944 Glenwood Station Lane, Suite 103, Charlottesville, VA 22901

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help finding work, planning job training, and connecting with workforce services.
  Call 434-282-2594DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · City office

  Charlottesville Downtown Job Center

  507 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

  Help here

  • Job seeker assistanceContact the Job Center for information and assistance for people looking for work.
  Call 434-970-3933DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Virginia DMV Charlottesville Customer Service Center

  2055 Abbey Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911-3540

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for the driver and vehicle services available at this DMV location.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Jefferson-Madison Regional Library

  201 East Market Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

  Help here

  • Library access and learning resourcesUse library collections, public computers, learning resources, and programs for all ages.
  Call 434-979-7151DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Charlottesville website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Charlottesville

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

Cities and towns in Charlottesville

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Virginia programs by kind of help

These are run by Virginia 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
• 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