Ritchie County

Local offices in Ritchie County

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Central West Virginia Community Action Association

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency for programs that help families address financial hardship.
  Website

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

• State office · State office

  Ritchie County Department of Human Services Office

  220 West Main Street, Harrisville, WV 26362

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsVisit the office to apply for state assistance programs and get help with benefits.Apply online
  Call 304-643-2934DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dhhr.wv.gov

• State office · State office

  Ritchie County WIC Program

  125 West Main Street, Harrisville, WV 26362

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceWIC provides food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and young children.
  Call 304-643-4082DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wv211.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department, Ritchie County Office

  125 West Main Street, Harrisville, WV 26362

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local public health information and services from the county health department.
  Call 304-643-2917DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on movhd.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwestern Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services informationGet information about aging services available to older adults in Gilmer County.
  Website

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

• Library · County office

  Ritchie County Public Library

  608 East Main Street, Harrisville, WV 26362

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the county library system for books, learning resources, and other library services.
  Call 304-643-2717DirectionsWebsite

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

Ritchie County official website website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ritchie County

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

Cities and towns in Ritchie County

• Auburnnot checked yet
• Caironot checked yet
• Ellenboronot checked yet
• Harrisville
• Pennsboro
• Pullmannot checked yet

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