Barbour County

Local offices in Barbour County

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

• Public health · State office

  Barbour County WIC Program

  Burbick Hall, 101 College Hill Road, Suite G3, Philippi, WV 26416

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceEligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children can get nutrition support and food benefits.
  Call 304-457-3362DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Child support · State office

  Barbour County Child Support Enforcement Office

  271 Mattaliano Drive, Philippi, WV 26416

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services through the Randolph County office serving Barbour County.
  Call 304-637-5560DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  West Virginia 211

  Help here

  • Community service referralsCall 211 for help finding local services for needs such as housing, food, health care, and utility bills.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wv211.org

• Public health · County office

  Barbour County Health Department

  109 Wabash Avenue, Philippi, WV 26416

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health screenings, family planning, and disease prevention services.
  • Behavioral health servicesAsk about counseling, case management, and medication support.
  Call 304-457-1670DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on barbourhealthwv.com

• State office

  Barbour County Department of Human Services Office

  49 Mattaliano Drive, Philippi, WV 26416

  Help here

  • Medicaid servicesVisit the office for help with Medicaid services.
  Call 304-457-9030DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on bms.wv.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Potomac Area Agency on Aging

  131 Providence Lane, Petersburg, WV 26847

  Help here

  • Aging servicesGet information about services for older adults, including meals, transportation, and Medicare counseling.
  Call 304-257-1221DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Barbour County Senior Center, Inc.

  101 Church Street, Philippi, WV 26416

  Help here

  • Local senior servicesAsk about local services and programs for older adults in Barbour County.
  Call 304-457-4545DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Barbour County Office of Emergency Management and 911

  111 Overlook Drive, Philippi, WV 26416

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information to prepare for emergencies and find county help during a disaster.
  Call 304-457-5167DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Elkins Workforce WV Center

  1023 N. Randolph Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241

  Help here

  • Job seeker assistanceGet help finding work, training, and employment services at the center serving Barbour County.
  Call 800-252-5627DirectionsWebsite

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

Barbour County, West Virginia Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Barbour County

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

Cities and towns in Barbour County

• Belington
• Juniornot checked yet
• Philippi

West Virginia programs by kind of help

These are run by West 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
• 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