Henderson
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Local offices in Henderson
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Henderson Utility Department
121 Crook Ave, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Utility service and billingApply for water, natural gas, or sewer service, pay a bill, or ask about a utility account.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on hendersontn.gov
Older adults · County office
Chester County Senior Citizens Center
247 East Main Street, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Senior activitiesOlder adults can visit for social activities, exercise, games, and group trips.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chestercountytn.org
State office · State office
Tennessee Driver Services at Chester County Clerk
133 East Main Street, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Driver license renewals and replacementsVisit for a renewal or replacement of a non-commercial driver license or ID card.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Library · County office
Chester County Library
1012 East Main Street, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials or ask staff for help with library resources.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chestercountylibrary.net
Local office · City office
Henderson City Hall
121 Crook Ave, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- City administrationVisit the Recorder’s Office for city property tax payments, records, and municipal court fines.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on hendersontn.gov
City of Henderson, Tennessee website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Henderson
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank Of Middle Tennessee Inc
331 Great Circle Road, Nashville, TN 37228
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
West Tennessee Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Southwest Human Resource Agency
1527 White Avenue/Hwy 45 N, Henderson, TN 38340-0264
Listed on tn.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Chester County
Henderson is in Chester County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Tennessee Department of Human Services, Chester County Office
525 North Church Avenue, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Family assistance benefitsApply for food, family, child care, Medicaid, and TennCare benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Child support · State office
Tennessee Child Support Services, Chester and Henderson Counties Satellite Office
514 South Broad Street, Suite B, Lexington, TN 38351
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services for Chester County families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Public health · State office
Chester County Health Department
301 Quince Drive, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department for local health services, health education, and community health help.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Chester County Courts
333 Eric Bell Drive, Henderson, TN 38340
Help here
- Court informationFind local court information and contact the General Sessions Court.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chestercountytn.org
Older adults · Regional office
Southwest Area Agency on Aging and Disability
102 E. College Street, Jackson, TN 38301
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for aging and disability services, including meals, caregiver support, and help living at home.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swtdd.org
Veterans · State office
Chester County Veterans Services
Not confirmed
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpContact the county veterans service office for help with veterans benefit claims.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tn.gov
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
Talk to a person
- TN 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988