Dawson

Local offices in Dawson

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

• State office

  Terrell County DFCS Office

  642 Randolph Ave. SE, Dawson, GA 39842

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, and TANF assistanceVisit the office for help with state benefit programs, including food assistance, Medicaid, and TANF.Apply online
  Call 229-995-4431DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov

• Housing help · City office

  Housing Authority of the City of Dawson

  Help here

  • Affordable housingContact the housing authority to ask about affordable housing options and applications.Apply online
  Call 229-995-2675Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dawsonhousingga.com

• Library · Regional office

  Terrell County Library

  913 Forrester Drive SE, Dawson, GA 39842

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and take part in library programs.
  Call 229-995-2902DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on krlibrary.org

• Local office · City office

  Dawson City Hall

  101 S. Main Street, Dawson, GA 39842

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services and information.Read more
  • Water and sewer utility billingContact the city to ask about water and sewer service or pay a utility bill.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 229-995-4444DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofdawson.org

City of Dawson, Georgia website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Dawson

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

Offices for all of Terrell County

Dawson is in Terrell County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Terrell County Division of Family and Children Services

  642 Randolph Ave. SE, Dawson, GA 39842

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, and cash assistanceVisit or contact DFCS for help with Food Stamps, Medicaid, or TANF.
  Call 229-995-4431DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Pataula Child Support Office

  93 Front Street, Cuthbert, GA 39840

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThis office serves Terrell County residents seeking child support services.
  Call 877-423-4746DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  2-1-1 Georgia, Southwest Georgia

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to connect with local help for food, housing, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of the City of Dawson

  553 Lemon St NE, Dawson, GA 39842

  Help here

  • Affordable housingThe housing authority accepts applications for affordable public housing and other housing programs.
  Call 229-995-2675DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Terrell County Health Department

  969 Forrester Drive SE, Dawson, GA 39842

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department offers services such as immunizations, child health, and women's health care.Read more
  • WICThe health department provides WIC nutrition services for eligible residents.Read more
  Call 229-352-4277DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Sowega Council on Aging Southwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging

  335 W. Society Ave., Albany, GA 31701

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver resourcesContact the agency for help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Terrell County

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