McDowell County

Local offices in McDowell County

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

• Human services · State office

  McDowell County DoHS Office

  840 Virginia Avenue, Welch, WV 24801

  Help here

  • Family assistanceGet help with Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, utility assistance, and other family benefits.
  • Social servicesAsk for help with child welfare, adult protection, domestic violence services, and other family needs.
  • Child care assistanceAsk about child care subsidies and other services for eligible families.
  Call 304-436-8302DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dohs.wv.gov

• State office · State office

  McDowell County WIC Program

  17 McDowell Street, Welch, WV 24801

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition helpWIC provides nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.Read more
  Call 304-436-6122DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Public health · County office

  McDowell County Health Department

  7292 Black Diamond Highway, Wilcoe, WV 24895

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services.
  Call 304-448-2174DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  McDowell County Commission on Aging

  725 Stewart Street, Welch, WV 24801

  Help here

  • Senior and disability servicesOlder adults and people with disabilities can ask about meals, transportation, in-home care, and caregiver support.Read more
  Call 304-436-6588DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mcdowellcoa.org

• Emergency help · County office

  McDowell County Emergency Management Agency

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and informationContact the county agency for local emergency management information and coordination.
  Call 304-436-4106Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ready.wv.gov

• State office · State office

  Welch Regional DMV Office

  92 McDowell Street, Welch, WV 24801

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver license, identification card, and vehicle services offered at the regional office.
  Call 304-558-3900DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.wv.gov

• Library · Regional office

  McDowell Public Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library collections, online databases, downloadable books, and other library resources.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mcdowell.lib.wv.us

McDowell County Commission website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McDowell County

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

Cities and towns in McDowell County

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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