Macon County

Local offices in Macon County

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

• Child support · State office

  15th Judicial District Child Support Office

  1001 North Main Street, Carthage, TN 37030

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps families with child support services for Macon County and nearby counties.Apply online
  Call 615-735-8447DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Macon County Department of Human Services Office

  315 Highway 52 East Bypass, Lafayette, TN 37083

  Help here

  • Family assistance benefitsResidents can apply for SNAP, Families First, child care assistance, Medicaid, and TennCare through this office.Apply online
  Call 833-772-8347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  TN 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on uwtn.org

• Public health · State office

  Macon County Health Department

  601 Highway 52 Bypass East, Lafayette, TN 37083

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesThe health department offers services such as immunizations, family planning, health screenings, and help with sexually transmitted infections.
  • WICEligible pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under five can get help buying nutritious foods.
  Call 615-666-2142DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Macon County Senior Citizens Center

  329 Highway 52 Bypass East, Lafayette, TN 37083

  Help here

  • Senior center servicesOlder adults can visit for senior center activities and support.
  Call 615-666-3780DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability

  1225 South Willow Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38506

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to meals, transportation, caregiver help, and other services.
  Call 931-432-4111DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Macon County Veterans Services

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families find and apply for benefits.
  Website

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

• State office · State office

  Macon County Clerk Driver Services Kiosk

  201 Nature Trail Way, Lafayette, TN 37083

  Help here

  • Driver license servicesResidents can use the county clerk location for listed driver services through the state kiosk.
  Call 615-666-2333DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Macon County Public Library System

  311 Church Street, Lafayette, TN 37083

  Help here

  • Library accessResidents can borrow books and use library resources through the county library system.
  Call 615-666-4340DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sites.google.com

Macon County, Tennessee website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Macon County

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

Cities and towns in Macon County

• Lafayette
• Red Boiling Springs

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