Danville

Local offices in Danville

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

• Human services · City office

  Danville Social Services

  510 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Benefits and utility bill assistanceApply for public benefits and ask about help with past-due utility bills.Read more
  Call 434-799-6543DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority

  135 Jones Crossing, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Public housing and housing helpContact the authority about its public housing and housing programs.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 434-799-8380DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Danville Utilities

  Charles H. Harris Financial Services Center, 311 Memorial Drive, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Water, electric, and natural gas serviceStart or manage city water, electric, or natural gas service and get help with your utility account.
  Call 434-799-5155DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  City of Danville Customer Accounts

  311 Memorial Drive, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Utility account and bill helpCall or visit for help with a city utility account or bill payment.Read more
  Call 434-799-5125DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works Danville Office

  211 Nor Dan Drive, Suite 1055, Danville, VA 24540

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet in-person help with job searches, training, and workforce services.
  Call 434-549-8220DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Virginia DMV Danville Customer Service Center

  126 Sandy Court, Suite C, Danville, VA 24541-4102

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and DMV servicesVisit the service center for driver licensing and other DMV services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov

• Library · City office

  Ruby B. Archie Public Library

  511 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Library services and programsVisit the library to use its collections, join programs, or get help with your library account.
  Call 434-799-5195DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Danville Parks and Recreation

  420 Memorial Drive, Suite 100, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Recreation programsFind and register for city recreation classes, activities, and events.
  • Senior programsAdults age 50 and older can join activities, classes, trips, and events at Ballou Recreation Center.Read more
  Call 434-799-5200DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Danville, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Danville

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

Offices for all of Danville

Danville is in Danville. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · City office

  Danville Department of Social Services

  510 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Benefits and social work servicesAsk about financial benefits and social work services for eligible residents.
  Call 434-799-6543DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Danville City WIC Office

  326 Taylor Drive, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC offers nutrition help, breastfeeding support, and food benefits to eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under five.Apply online
  Call 434-766-9831DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Public health · State office

  Danville Health Department

  326 Taylor Drive, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Local public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and health information.
  Call 434-766-9828DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services

  245 Hairston Street, Danville, VA 24540

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and developmental servicesFind mental health, substance use, developmental disability, and prevention services for residents of Pittsylvania County.
  • Behavioral health crisis servicesGet 24-hour help during a behavioral health crisis by calling the crisis line.Read more
  Call 434-799-0456DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · City office

  Danville Public Law Library

  511 Patton Street, First Floor, Danville, VA 24541

  Help here

  • Public law libraryUse the public law library to look up legal information and court materials.
  Call 434-799-5118DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.state.va.us

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southern Area Agency on Aging

  1075 Spruce Street, Martinsville, VA 24112

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportFind services and resources that support older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers in Danville.Read more
  Call 800-468-4571DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Danville

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.
• 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
• 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