Rocky Mount
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Local offices in Rocky Mount
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Town Finance Department, Utility Billing
345 Donald Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Utility accounts and billsStart utility service, ask questions about your account, or pay your bill at the town office.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rockymountva.org
Local office · State office
211 Virginia
Help here
- Community resource referralCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, health care, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211virginia.org
State office · State office
Virginia DMV, Rocky Mount
305 Tanyard Road, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Driver and identification servicesVisit the DMV for driver and identification services, vehicle services, and eligible testing.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov
Library · County office
Franklin County Public Library, Rocky Mount Branch
355 Franklin Street, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the branch to use library services or get help with research and technology.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on franklincountyva.gov
Local office · City office
Town of Rocky Mount
345 Donald Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Town services and informationContact the town office for help finding town services and information.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rockymountva.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Rocky Mount
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Feeding Southwest Virginia
1025 Electric Road, Salem, VA 24153
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Blue Ridge Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
STEP, Inc.
200 Dent St, Rocky Mount, VA 24151-1285
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Franklin County
Rocky Mount is in Franklin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Franklin County Department of Social Services
120 East Court Street, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Benefits and family supportApply for food, medical, cash, child care, and energy assistance.Apply online
- Child supportContact the department for help with child support services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on franklincountyva.gov
Public health · State office
WIC at Franklin County Health Department
365 Pell Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits to eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov
Public health · State office
Franklin County Health Department
365 Pell Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, testing, and other local health services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vdh.virginia.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Piedmont Community Services, Franklin County Clinical Office
30 Technology Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Behavioral health and recovery servicesGet mental health, developmental disability, and substance use treatment and support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on prcsb.org
Older adults · Regional office
Southern Area Agency on Aging
204 Cleveland Avenue, Martinsville, VA 24112
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet information and referrals for services that help older adults and caregivers maintain health and independence.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southernaaa.org
Emergency help · County office
Franklin County Public Safety
50 Claiborne Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Help here
- Emergency management and preparednessGet county emergency information and learn how to prepare for hazards and emergencies.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on franklincountyva.gov
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Virginia
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988