Nelsonville

Local offices in Nelsonville

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

• Utilities · City office

  Nelsonville Utilities Office

  211 Lake Hope Drive, Nelsonville, OH 45764

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billingContact the Utilities Office to ask about water and sewer service and bills.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 740-753-3241DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofnelsonville.gov

• Local office · City office

  Nelsonville City Hall

  211 Lake Hope Drive, Nelsonville, OH 45764

  Help here

  • City servicesContact City Hall for help with city offices and local government services.
  Call 740-753-1314DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofnelsonville.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  OhioMeansJobs - Athens County

  10 West Washington Street, Nelsonville, OH 45764

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with career planning, finding a job, training, and job placement.
  Call 740-797-1405DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ohioarea14.org

• Library · Regional office

  Nelsonville Public Library

  95 W. Washington Street, Nelsonville, OH 45764

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials or use its public services.
  Call 740-753-2118DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on myacpl.org

City of Nelsonville website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Nelsonville

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

Offices for all of Athens County

Nelsonville is in Athens County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Athens County Department of Job and Family Services

  13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761

  Help here

  • Food, cash, Medicaid, and child care benefitsApply for food, cash, health care, and child care assistance through the county benefits office.Apply online
  Call 740-797-2523DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jfs.athensoh.org

• Public health · County office

  Athens County WIC

  215 Columbus Road, Suite 106, Athens, OH 45701

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 740-677-4002DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Athens County Child Support Enforcement Agency

  13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services, including establishing and enforcing support orders.
  Call 740-593-5046DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jfs.athensoh.org

• Housing help · Regional office

  Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority

  10 Hope Drive, Athens, OH 45701

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about public housing and housing assistance programs for eligible residents.
  Call 740-592-4481DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Athens City-County Health Department

  278 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health nursing, health education, environmental health, and vital records services.
  Call 740-592-4431DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Athens, Hocking and Vinton Counties ADAMHS Board

  7990 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH 45701

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and recovery resourcesGet information about local mental health and addiction services and how to connect with care.
  Call 740-593-3177DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 317board.org

Everything in Athens County

Ohio programs by kind of help

These are run by Ohio 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