Savannah
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Local offices in Savannah
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
City of Savannah Human Services Department
305 Fahm St, Savannah, GA 31401
Help here
- Social and family supportGet information about support and referral services for youth, adults, and families.
- Employment trainingFind city workforce programs and employment training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahga.gov
State office
Georgia Division of Family and Children Services, Chatham County Office
761 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Help here
- Food assistance, Medicaid, and TANFVisit the county DFCS office to apply for food assistance, Medicaid, or TANF benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Human services · Regional office
United Way of the Coastal Empire 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding local food, housing, health care, utility, and other community resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwce.org
Housing help · City office
City of Savannah Housing Services
6600 Abercorn Street, Suite 100, Savannah, GA 31405
Help here
- Housing assistance programsFind city programs for home repairs, affordable homes, and housing support.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahga.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Housing Authority of Savannah
1407 Wheaton St, Savannah, GA 31404
Help here
- Public housing and rental vouchersApply for public housing or learn about rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahpha.com
Utilities · City office
City of Savannah Utility Services
Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St, Savannah, GA 31401
Help here
- Utility billing and payment arrangementsGet help with city water, sewer, and refuse bills, including payment arrangements.Read more
- Stormwater hardship assistanceEligible low-income residents can apply for help with the city stormwater utility fee.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahga.gov
Local office · City office
Savannah 311 Action Center
Help here
- City service requestsCall to ask about non-emergency city services or report a city service problem.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahga.gov
State office
Georgia Department of Driver Services, Savannah Customer Service Center
1117 Eisenhower Drive, Suite B, Savannah, GA 31406
Help here
- Driver licenses and IDsApply for or renew a Georgia driver license or state identification card at this office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dds.georgia.gov
Library · Regional office
Live Oak Public Libraries
2002 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card and use books, computers, learning resources, and library programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on liveoakpl.org
Parks and recreation · City office
City of Savannah Recreation and Leisure Services
1301 E. Victory Drive, Savannah, GA 31404
Help here
- Recreation programsFind community center activities, youth programs, sports, swim lessons, camps, and senior activities.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahga.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Savannah
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
Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia
1380 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31405
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
Economic Opportunity for Savannah-Chatham County Area, Inc.
618 West Anderson Street, PO Box 1353, Savannah, GA 31402-1353
Listed on dfcs.georgia.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Chatham County
Savannah is in Chatham County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Chatham County Division of Family and Children Services
761 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Help here
- Food, Medicaid, and TANF benefitsApply for or get help with food, Medicaid, and cash assistance benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfcs.georgia.gov
Public health · State office
Chatham County Health Department WIC
1395 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Help here
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gachd.org
Child support · State office
Eastern Savannah Child Support Services
222 W. Oglethorpe Avenue, Suite 119, Savannah, GA 31401
Help here
- Child support servicesApply for child support services or get help with an existing case.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.georgia.gov
Housing help · City office
Housing Authority of Savannah
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceFind information about public housing and rental assistance programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on savannahpha.com
Public health · State office
Chatham County Health Department
1395 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Help here
- Public health servicesGet preventive care, immunizations, health screenings, and other public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gachd.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Gateway Community Service Board
4451 Paulsen Street, Savannah, GA 31405
Help here
- Behavioral health careGet mental health and substance use counseling, evaluations, and treatment.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gatewaycsb.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 the Coastal Empire 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988