Lauderdale County

Local offices in Lauderdale County

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

• Human services · State office

  Lauderdale County Department of Human Resources

  424 Veterans Drive, Florence, AL 35630

  Help here

  • Food and family assistanceAsk about food assistance, cash assistance, and family services.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and questions.
  Call 256-765-4000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama, Lauderdale County Office

  745 Thompson Street, Florence, AL 35630

  Help here

  • Community assistanceContact the office to ask about local community assistance programs.
  Call 256-766-4330DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Florence Housing Authority

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceAsk about housing assistance for eligible residents.
  Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Lauderdale County Health Department

  4112 Chisholm Road, Florence, AL 35630

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet clinical, home care, environmental health, and vital records services.
  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition services for eligible families.
  Call 256-764-7453DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Alabama Council of Local Governments Area Agency on Aging

  103 Student Drive, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpGet help finding aging, disability, caregiver, and long-term support services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, Lauderdale and Colbert Counties

  312 South Court Street, Florence, AL 35630

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help finding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
  Call 256-760-5845DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on va.alabama.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Lauderdale County Emergency Management Agency

  110 West College Street, Room B25, Florence, AL 35630

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and response informationGet local information about emergency preparedness and response.
  Call 256-760-6363DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Florence-Lauderdale Public Library

  350 North Wood Avenue, Florence, AL 35630

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use computers, and get help with research.
  Call 256-764-6564DirectionsWebsite

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

Lauderdale County, Alabama website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lauderdale County

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

Cities and towns in Lauderdale County

• Andersonnot checked yet
• Florence
• Killen
• Lexington
• Rogersville
• St. Florian
• Waterloonot checked yet

Alabama programs by kind of help

These are run by Alabama 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