Norfolk

Local offices in Norfolk

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

• Human services · City office

  Norfolk Department of Human Services

  741 Monticello Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510

  Help here

  • Public assistance and utility assistanceGet help applying for food, health care, cash, child care, and energy assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 757-664-6000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Virginia Division of Child Support Enforcement Eastern Virginia District Office

  420 North Center Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and questions about your case.Apply online
  Call 800-468-8894DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Park Place WIC Clinic

  606 West 29th Street, Norfolk, VA 23508

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition education, and referrals.Apply online
  Call 757-985-4856DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority

  555 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceContact NRHA about public housing, rental assistance, and housing choice vouchers.
  Call 757-623-1111DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nrha.us

• Public health · State office

  Norfolk Health Department

  830 Southampton Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about vaccines, clinical services, vital records, food safety, and disease prevention.
  Call 757-683-2800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · City office

  Norfolk Community Services Board

  7447 Central Business Park Drive, Norfolk, VA 23513

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use careGet intake, treatment, and support for mental health and substance use needs.
  • Emergency behavioral health supportCall for crisis counseling, screening, referrals, and emergency support.Read more
  • Homeless servicesGet shelter information, outreach, case management, and help connecting to housing and benefits.Read more
  Call 757-756-5600DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · Regional office

  Norfolk Law Library

  Norfolk Courthouse, 150 St. Paul's Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Norfolk, VA 23510

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse legal materials and get help finding legal information for self-represented court users.
  Call 757-622-2910DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia

  6350 Center Drive, Suite 101, Norfolk, VA 23502

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help with food, benefits, housing, in-home care, wellness, and transportation.
  Call 757-461-9481DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Virginia Department of Veterans Services Norfolk Office

  6350 Center Drive, Building 5, Suite 100, Norfolk, VA 23502

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for benefits.Apply online
  Call 757-455-0814DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · City office

  Norfolk Department of Emergency Management

  3661 E Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23502

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseFind local emergency alerts, preparedness information, and response updates.Read more
  Call 757-441-5584DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Career Works - Norfolk Center

  861 Glenrock Road, Suite 100, Norfolk, VA 23502

  Help here

  • Employment and career servicesGet in-person help with career and employment services.
  Call 757-910-3601DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Virginia DMV Norfolk Military Circle Customer Service Center

  5745 Poplar Hall Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502

  Help here

  • DMV servicesVisit for driver and vehicle services offered at this DMV customer service center.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Virginia DMV Norfolk Widgeon Road Customer Service Center

  850 Widgeon Road, Norfolk, VA 23513

  Help here

  • DMV servicesVisit for driver and vehicle services offered at this DMV customer service center.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Norfolk Public Library

  1155 Pineridge Road, Norfolk, VA 23502

  Help here

  • Library services and programsUse library locations, collections, and programs across Norfolk.
  Call 757-664-7328DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Norfolk website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Norfolk

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

Cities and towns in Norfolk

• Norfolk

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