Montgomery County

Local offices in Montgomery County

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

• Human services · County office

  Montgomery County Department of Social Services

  102 East Spring Street, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • Food, Medicaid, energy and child care assistanceApply for food benefits, Medicaid, energy help, or child care assistance.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and applications.
  • Adult and senior servicesAsk for help with adult services, in-home support, and senior meal programs.
  Call 910-576-6531DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountync.gov

• Public health · County office

  Montgomery County WIC Clinic

  217 South Main Street, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 910-572-8174DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountync.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  NC 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with basic needs such as housing, food, utilities, and health care.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nc211.org

• Public health · County office

  Montgomery County Department of Health

  217 South Main Street, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • Personal health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, prenatal care, and testing for some health conditions.Read more
  Call 910-572-1393DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountync.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Piedmont Triad Regional Council Area Agency on Aging

  1398 Carrollton Crossing Drive, Kernersville, NC 27284

  Help here

  • Aging services information and referralsGet information about services and support for older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities.
  Call 336-904-0300DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ptrc.org

• Veterans · County office

  Montgomery County Veterans Service Office

  219 South Main Street, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits claimsGet help preparing claims for veterans benefits, health care, education, and burial.
  Call 910-576-4711DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountync.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Montgomery County Emergency Management

  199 South Liberty Street, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and response informationGet information about local emergency preparedness, alerts, and response.
  Call 910-572-1347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountync.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  NCWorks Career Center - Montgomery County

  1011 Page Street, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help with job searches, resumes, career planning, and training options.
  Call 910-898-9669DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncworks.gov

• State office · State office

  NCDMV Driver License Office - Troy

  287 Glen Road, Troy, NC 27371

  Help here

  • Driver license servicesVisit the driver license office for driver license services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov

• Library · County office

  Montgomery County Public Library

  Help here

  • County library servicesUse the county library system to find books, learning resources, and library programs.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountync.gov

Montgomery County, North Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Montgomery County

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

Cities and towns in Montgomery County

• Biscoe
• Candor
• Mount Gilead
• Star
• Troy

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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