Cook County

Local offices in Cook County

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

• Human services · State office

  Cook County DFCS Office

  1010 South Hutchinson Avenue, Adel, GA 31620

  Help here

  • Food, medical, and cash assistanceAsk about applying for SNAP food benefits, Medicaid, and TANF cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 229-896-3672DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Child support · State office

  Alapaha Child Support Services Office

  303 South Jefferson Street, Nashville, GA 31639

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and applications.Apply online
  Call 844-694-2347DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov

• Public health · County office

  Cook County Health Department

  204 North Parrish Avenue, Adel, GA 31620

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and clinic information.
  • WICWIC provides eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children with nutrition support and food benefits.Read more
  Call 229-896-3030DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southern Georgia Area Agency on Aging

  1725 South Georgia Parkway West, Waycross, GA 31503

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet connected to services and support for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.georgia.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Valdosta Veterans Field Service Office

  348 Enterprise Drive, Valdosta, GA 31601

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits through the state office that serves Cook County.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.georgia.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Cook County Emergency Management Agency

  3295 County Farm Road, Adel, GA 31620

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseContact the county agency for local emergency preparedness and response information.
  Call 229-896-4464DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cookcountyga.us

• Jobs and training · State office

  Valdosta Career Center

  221 South Ashley Street, Valdosta, GA 31601

  Help here

  • Job seeker servicesGet help with job searches, training resources, and unemployment services at the career center serving Cook County.
  Call 877-709-8185DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.georgia.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Coastal Plain Regional Library System

  Help here

  • Public library servicesUse the library system for books, learning resources, and public library services.
  Website

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

Cook County, Georgia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Cook County

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

Cities and towns in Cook County

• Adel
• Cecilnot checked yet
• Lenox
• Sparks

Georgia programs by kind of help

These are run by Georgia 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
• 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