Swain County

Local offices in Swain County

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

• Human services · County office

  Swain County Department of Social Services

  80 Academy Street, Bryson City, NC 28713

  Help here

  • Public assistance and family servicesAsk about Medicaid, food assistance, Work First, emergency help, and services for children and adults.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and enforcement.Read more
  Call 828-488-6921DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Swain County Health Department

  545 Center Street, Bryson City, NC 28713

  Help here

  • Public health clinicsGet health checks, immunizations, family planning, and testing for sexually transmitted diseases.
  • WICEligible women, infants, and children can get healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals.
  Call 828-488-3198DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Region A Area Agency on Aging, Southwestern Commission

  Help here

  • Aging services and supportOlder adults and caregivers can get information about regional aging services and support.
  Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Swain County Veterans Service Office

  101 Mitchell Road, Bryson City, NC 28713

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for benefits.Read more
  Call 828-488-9273DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on milvets.nc.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Swain County Emergency Services

  55 East Ridge Drive, Bryson City, NC 28713

  Help here

  • Emergency management and 911 addressingGet information about emergency planning and request a street address for emergency response.
  Call 828-488-6021DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  NCWorks JobLink Center - Swain County

  33 Fryemont Street, Bryson City, NC 28713

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesGet help finding work and connecting with employment services.Read more
  Call 828-488-3684DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on commerce.nc.gov

• State office

  N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles Driver License Office - Bryson City

  2650 Governors Island Road, Bryson City, NC 28713

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationApply in person for driver licenses and identification services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Fontana Regional Library

  Help here

  • Public library servicesUse library materials, computers, and other public library services in Swain County.
  Call 828-488-3030Website

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

Swain County, North Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Swain County

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

Cities and towns in Swain County

• Bryson City

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