Currituck County

Local offices in Currituck County

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

• Human services · County office

  Currituck County Department of Social Services

  2793 Caratoke Highway, Currituck, NC 27929

  Help here

  • Public assistanceApply for food, Medicaid, energy, and Work First assistance.
  • Child and adult protectionGet help with reports of child abuse, neglect, or exploitation of older and disabled adults.
  • Child care assistanceAsk about help paying for child care.
  Call 252-232-3083DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Currituck County Senior Services

  130 Community Way, Barco, NC 27917

  Help here

  • Senior meals and programsAsk about meals, wellness programs, activities, and support for older adults.Read more
  Call 252-232-3505DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Currituck County Health Department, Albemarle Regional Health Services

  2795 Caratoke Highway, Currituck, NC 27929

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local clinical, immunization, family planning, and other public health services.
  • WICAsk about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 252-232-2271DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on arhs-nc.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Currituck County Clerk of Superior Court

  153 Courthouse Road, Currituck, NC 27929

  Help here

  • Court and child support mattersContact the Clerk’s Office about court matters, including child support cases.Read more
  Call 252-232-6200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Albemarle Commission Area Agency on Aging

  512 South Church Street, Hertford, NC 27944

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsAsk about regional services and support for older adults and caregivers.
  • Senior nutritionAsk about congregate meals and home-delivered meals for older adults.Read more
  Call 252-426-5753DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Currituck County Veteran Services

  153 Courthouse Road, Currituck, NC 27929

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and claims helpGet help understanding veterans benefits and filing or tracking claims.
  Call 252-435-4593DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Currituck County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency alerts and preparednessGet emergency preparedness information and sign up for county alerts.Apply online
  Call 252-232-2115Website

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

• State office

  Currituck County License Plate Agency

  257 Caratoke Highway, Suite E, Moyock, NC 27958

  Help here

  • Vehicle registration and title servicesVisit the license plate agency for vehicle registration and title services.
  Call 252-232-9670DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Currituck County Public Library System

  Help here

  • Library and outreach servicesUse library resources or ask about book delivery for residents who cannot leave home.Read more
  Call 252-453-8345Website

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

Currituck County North Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Currituck County

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

North Carolina programs by kind of help

These are run by North Carolina 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
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• 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