Gilmer County

Local offices in Gilmer County

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

• Human services · State office

  Gilmer County Division of Family and Children Services

  222 Highland Crossing South, Suite 100, Ellijay, GA 30540

  Help here

  • Food stamps, Medicaid, and TANFApply for food, health, and cash assistance through the county DFCS office.
  Call 706-635-2361DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Appalachian Ellijay Child Support Services

  222 Highland Crossing South, Suite 200, Ellijay, GA 30539

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help opening or managing a child support case and setting up support payments.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 877-423-4746DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Gilmer County Health Department

  28 Southside Church Street, Ellijay, GA 30540

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
  • WICWIC provides food benefits, nutrition advice, breastfeeding support, and referrals for eligible families.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 706-635-4363DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Georgia 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, utilities, health care, and work.
  Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging

  1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, GA 30162

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpGet information and referrals for aging, caregiving, nutrition, and disability services.
  Call 800-759-2963DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Jasper Veterans Field Service Office

  934 East Church Street, Jasper, GA 30143

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and services at the office serving Gilmer County.
  Call 706-301-5720DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Blue Ridge Career Center

  946 Appalachian Highway, Blue Ridge, GA 30513

  Help here

  • Job search and employment supportGet help looking for work and using employment services.
  Call 877-709-8185DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Sequoyah Regional Library System

  116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton, GA 30114

  Help here

  • Public library servicesUse the regional public library system for books, learning resources, and library services.
  Call 770-479-3090DirectionsWebsite

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

Gilmer County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gilmer County

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

Cities and towns in Gilmer County

• East Ellijay
• Ellijay

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