Carroll County

Local offices in Carroll County

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

• Human services · County office

  Carroll County Department of Social Services

  605 Pine Street, Hillsville, VA 24343

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesGet help with county social services and apply for benefits such as food, energy, health care, and child care assistance.Apply online
  Call 276-730-3135DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Carroll County Health Department

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and clinic information.
  • WICThe health department provides WIC services on scheduled days for eligible families.
  Call 276-730-3180Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carrollcohealth.com

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Mount Rogers Community Services

  6999 Carrollton Pike, Galax, VA 24333

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesGet help finding counseling and behavioral health services for residents of Carroll County and Galax.Read more
  Call 276-223-3200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  District Three Governmental Cooperative

  4453 Lee Highway, Marion, VA 24354

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportContact the Area Agency on Aging for services and support for older adults and caregivers in Bland County.
  Call 276-783-8157DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dars.virginia.gov

• State office

  Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Galax Customer Service Center

  7565 Carrollton Pike, Galax, VA 24333

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for driver license, identification, vehicle registration, and other DMV services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.virginia.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Carroll County Public Library

  101 Beaver Dam Road, Hillsville, VA 24343

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books, use public internet, and take part in library programs and events.
  Call 276-728-3334DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on galaxcarroll.lib.va.us

Carroll County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Carroll County

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

Cities and towns in Carroll County

• Hillsville

Virginia programs by kind of help

These are run by Virginia 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
• 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