Gainesville
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Local offices in Gainesville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Hall County Division of Family & Children Services
970 McEver Road, Gainesville, GA 30504
Help here
- Food, medical, and cash benefitsApply for food assistance, Medicaid, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Gainesville Housing
750 Pearl Nix Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about affordable housing options and resident support services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gainesvillehousing.org
Utilities · City office
Customer Account Services
757 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Water and sewer billsGet help with your water or sewer bill, payments, and water service accounts.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gainesville.org
Human services · Regional office
Gainesville-Hall County Community Service Center
430 Prior Street SE, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Senior services and mealsOlder residents can ask about senior programs, transportation, and Meals on Wheels.
- Public transportationResidents can get information about local bus and ride services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hallcounty.org
Older adults · Regional office
Senior Life Center
434 Prior Street SE, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Senior activities and mealsHall County residents age 50 and older can join activities and get a hot lunch at the center.
- Meals on WheelsThe program delivers meals to eligible older adults in Gainesville and Hall County.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gainesville.org
Older adults · City office
Café Joy Saturday Respite Program
434 Prior Street SE, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Saturday respiteThe program offers respite care for people living with dementia and support for their caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gainesville.org
Jobs and training · State office
Georgia Department of Labor Gainesville Career Center
2756 Atlanta Highway, Gainesville, GA 30504
Help here
- Job and unemployment servicesThe career center serves Hall County residents seeking job and unemployment services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.georgia.gov
State office
Georgia Department of Driver Services Gainesville Customer Service Center
1400 Calvary Creek Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30507
Help here
- Driver licenses, IDs, and permitsVisit this center to apply for or renew a Georgia driver license, ID, or permit.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dds.georgia.gov
Library · County office
Hall County Library System, Gainesville Headquarters
127 Main Street NW, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Public library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its learning and research resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hallcountylibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks & Recreation
830 Green Street NE, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Recreation programs and parksFind city parks, sports, fitness classes, and other recreation programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gainesville.org
City of Gainesville, Georgia website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Gainesville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Suthers Center Christian Outreach Food Pantry
Suthers Center Christian Outreach
40 miles from the center of Gainesville3110 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319
Hours
- Sat8 AM to 10 AM
Who can come: Members of the surrounding community experiencing temporary life challenges
Listed on sutherscenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Prayer Breakfast
First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta
47 miles from the center of Gainesville1328 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Hours
- Sun6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
Listed on firstpresatl.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Venable Food Market
First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta
47 miles from the center of Gainesville1328 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Working poor residents of Midtown Atlanta
What to bring: Bring a photo ID, Social Security number for each household member, and proof of residence.
Listed on empowerline.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Lutheran Community Food Ministry
Lutheran Church of the Redeemer
48 miles from the center of Gainesville731 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Hours
- Mon10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Tue10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Wed10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Thu10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on redeemer.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Saint Francis Table
Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
49 miles from the center of Gainesville48 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
Listed on catholicshrineatlanta.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
SFT Community Market
Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
49 miles from the center of Gainesville48 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Hours
- Wed9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- Thu9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
What to bring: First time shoppers should bring a valid photo ID and proof of residence.
Listed on catholicshrineatlanta.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Gainesville
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Atlanta Community Food Bank
3400 N Desert Dr, Atlanta, GA 30344
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Georgia Legal Services Program
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Ninth District Opportunity, Inc.
P.O. Drawer L, Gainesville, GA 30503
Listed on dfcs.georgia.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Hall County
Gainesville is in Hall County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Hall County Division of Family and Children Services
970 McEver Road, Gainesville, GA 30504
Help here
- Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit or contact this office for help with food assistance, Medicaid, and cash assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Child support · State office
Northeastern Gainesville Child Support Services
955 Interstate Ridge Drive, Suite F, Gainesville, GA 30501
Help here
- Child support servicesThis office serves Hall County families with child support services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov
State office
Hall County WIC Clinic
1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wic.phdistrict2.org
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Georgia, United Way of Greater Atlanta
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for food, housing, utilities, health care, jobs, and other needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on unitedwayatlanta.org
Housing help · City office
Gainesville Housing Authority
750 Pearl Nix Parkway, Gainesville, GA
Help here
- Public housingThe housing authority provides information about public housing and housing assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gainesvillehousing.org
Public health · State office
Hall County Health Department
1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health department provides immunizations, family planning, child health services, and other public health care.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on phdistrict2.org
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
Talk to a person
- United Way of Hall County Compass Center
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 770-536-1121 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988