Harrisonburg city

Local offices in Harrisonburg city

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

• Human services · County office

  Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services District

  110 N. Mason St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesAsk about food, medical, fuel, and financial assistance, child care, employment services, and help for children and adults who need protection.Apply online
  Call 540-574-5100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Harrisonburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority

  286 Kelley St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceAsk about affordable housing, housing choice vouchers, and housing assistance applications.Apply online
  Call 540-434-7386DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Harrisonburg-Rockingham Health Department

  110 N. Mason St., Harrisonburg, VA 22803

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about vaccines, testing, and other local public health services.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition help and food benefits to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 540-574-5101DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board

  1241 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and developmental servicesGet information about mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
  Call 540-434-1941DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Rockingham-Harrisonburg Public Law Library

  80 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22802

  Help here

  • Public law libraryUse print and digital legal research materials at the courthouse law library.
  Call 540-564-3111DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Valley Program for Aging Services

  975 S. High St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about services and support for older adults and caregivers in Harrisonburg.Read more
  Call 540-615-5341DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vpas.info

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works, Harrisonburg Office

  25 N. Liberty St., Suite 215, Harrisonburg, VA 22802

  Help here

  • Job and unemployment assistanceArrange an appointment for in-person job services or unemployment insurance assistance.
  Call 540-332-7750DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles - Harrisonburg

  3281 Peoples Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for available driver and vehicle services, including road skills testing.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Massanutten Regional Library

  174 S. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library system to borrow books and other materials and access programs and learning resources.
  Call 540-434-4475DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Harrisonburg website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Harrisonburg city

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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