Hickman County

Local offices in Hickman County

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

• State office

  Hickman County WIC Clinic

  111 Murphree Avenue, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 931-729-3516DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Hickman County Family Assistance Office

  108 Progress Center Plaza, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • SNAP, Families First, child care, and TennCare assistanceApply for food, cash, child care, and health coverage assistance at this state office.
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Hickman County Health Department

  111 Murphree Avenue, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about local public health services and programs.
  Call 931-729-3516DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Tennessee 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find nearby help with basic needs, health care, housing, and other services.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  South Central Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for aging and disability services, including in-home support and Medicare counseling.
  Call 866-836-6678Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Hickman County Veterans Service Office

  114 N Central Avenue, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 931-729-4246DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Hickman County Emergency Management Agency

  550 Highway 100, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseContact the county emergency management director about local emergencies and preparedness.
  Call 931-729-6132DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Hickman County Clerk Kiosk

  114 N Central Avenue, Suite 202, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • Driver license renewal and replacementUse the kiosk to renew or replace a driver license.
  Call 931-729-2621DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Hickman County Public Library System

  120 West Swan Street, Centerville, TN 37033

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the county library system for books, information, and other library services.
  Call 931-729-5130DirectionsWebsite

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

Hickman County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Hickman County

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

Cities and towns in Hickman County

• Centerville

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.
• 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