Cannon County

Local offices in Cannon County

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

• State office · State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services, Cannon County Office

  325 Bryant Lane, Woodbury, TN 37190-1629

  Help here

  • Family assistance benefitsApply for food, cash, child care, Medicaid, or TennCare benefits at the office.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov

• Public health · State office

  Cannon County Health Department

  106 Alexander Dr., Woodbury, TN 37190

  Help here

  • Health care, immunizations, and family planningThe health department offers health visits, shots, family planning, and other public health services.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under five get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 615-563-4243DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  1104 England Dr., Cookeville, TN 38501

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesThe agency connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers with services, including transportation and meal support.Apply online
  Call 866-836-6678DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Cannon County Veterans Services Office

  120 S. Tatum Street, Woodbury, TN 37190

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpThe office helps veterans and their families understand and apply for available benefits.
  Call 615-207-2869DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Cannon County Library System

  212 College St., Woodbury, TN 37190

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can visit the library for books, media, and other library services.
  Call 615-563-5861DirectionsWebsite

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

Cannon County, Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Cannon County

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

Cities and towns in Cannon County

• Auburntownnot checked yet
• Woodbury

Tennessee programs by kind of help

These are run by Tennessee 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