Lakeland

Local offices in Lakeland

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

• Utilities · City office

  Lakeland Sewer and Utility Help

  Help here

  • Sewer service and emergenciesCall the city about sewer service or a sewer emergency.
  Call 901-870-8594Website

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

• Older adults · City office

  Lakeland Senior Center

  4527 Canada Road, Lakeland, TN 38002

  Help here

  • Senior activities and programsAdults age 55 and older can join social, recreation, and learning programs.
  Call 901-746-8195DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Millington Driver Services Center

  5019 W Union Road, Millington, TN 38053

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and state IDsVisit this state center for driver license and state ID services.
  Call 901-745-7020DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Lakeland City Hall

  10001 U.S. Highway 70, Lakeland, TN 38002

  Help here

  • City services and resident questionsContact City Hall for help with city services, concerns, or questions.
  Call 901-867-2717DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Lakeland, Tennessee website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lakeland

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

Offices for all of Shelby County

Lakeland is in Shelby County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Shelby County Health Department WIC

  814 Jefferson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 901-222-9980DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shelbytnhealth.com

• Child support · State office

  Shelby County Child Support Services

  1980 Nonconnah Blvd., Suite 250, Memphis, TN 38132

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services, case questions, and payments.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 901-432-6700DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Tennessee Department of Human Services Family Assistance Office

  6941 Winchester Road, Memphis, TN 38115

  Help here

  • Family assistance benefitsApply for SNAP, Families First, child care assistance, Medicaid, and TennCare.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Shelby County Division of Community Services

  1060 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104

  Help here

  • Resident service connectionsGet help finding county and community services for food, housing, health care, and jobs.Read more
  Call 901-222-2040DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing authority · County office

  Shelby County Department of Housing

  1075 Mullins Station Road, Memphis, TN 38134

  Help here

  • Home repair and lead programsFind county home repair and lead safety programs for eligible residents.
  • Down payment assistanceLearn about county loan help for eligible home buyers.Read more
  Call 901-222-7600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shelby.repair

• Local office · Regional office

  LINC 2-1-1 Memphis

  Help here

  • Community help and referralsCall to get information and referrals to local nonprofit services and other community help.
  Call 211Website

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

Everything in Shelby County

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