Jackson County
Ask about Jackson County
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Jackson County and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Jackson County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · State office
Jackson County Department of Human Services
4285 Cedar Lakes Road, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Benefits and family assistanceApply for programs such as SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and emergency assistance.Apply online
- Social servicesGet help with child and adult protection, foster care, and other social services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov
Public health · State office
Jackson County WIC Program
600 S. Church St., Suite 2, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible families can get food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov
Housing authority · Nonprofit
Housing Authority of the County of Jackson
75 Whispering Way, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceApply for income-based apartments or rental assistance in Jackson County and nearby counties.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksoncountyhousingwv.org
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.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wv211.org
Public health · County office
Jackson County Health Department
504 South Church Street, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Public health and environmental healthGet public health information and help with services such as food safety, septic permits, and well water testing.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksoncountyhealthdepartment.com
Older adults · Regional office
Jackson County Commission on Aging
121 South Court Street, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Senior meals, transportation, and in-home careOlder adults can ask about meals, rides, and help with care at home.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jccoawv.com
Veterans · State office
West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance, Spencer Office
216 Market Street, Suite 301, Spencer, WV 25276
Help here
- Veterans assistanceAsk a veterans service officer for help with veterans benefits and claims.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on veterans.wv.gov
Emergency help · County office
Jackson County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and coordinationContact the county office for emergency management information and coordination.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ready.wv.gov
Jobs and training · State office
WorkForce West Virginia Jackson County Career Center
206 Stone Drive, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesGet help finding work and accessing job seeker services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcewv.org
Library · County office
Jackson County Public Library
208 North Church Street, Ripley, WV 25271
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and use library programs and learning resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jackson.park.lib.wv.us
Jackson County, West Virginia website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Jackson County
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
Mountaineer Food Bank
484 Enterprise Drive, Gassaway, WV 26624
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
Legal Aid of West Virginia, 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
Community Resources, Inc.
1037 Market Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Jackson County
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.
- 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 - 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
Talk to a person
- West Virginia 211
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