Prince Edward County

Local offices in Prince Edward County

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

• Human services · County office

  Prince Edward County Department of Social Services

  56 SMI Way, Suite B, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportApply for food, cash, medical, energy, and child care assistance, and get help with adult and child services.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 434-392-3113DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.prince-edward.va.us

• State office

  Prince Edward County WIC

  111 South Street, Ground Floor, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Women, Infants and Children (WIC)Call to ask about WIC nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.Apply online
  Call 434-392-4932DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Virginia

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 Virginia to find local help with housing, food, health care, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 800-230-6977Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211virginia.org

• Public health · State office

  Prince Edward County Health Department

  111 South Street, Ground Floor, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health department services, including immunizations and family planning, by appointment or during clinic hours.Read more
  Call 434-392-8187DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Crossroads Community Services Board

  215 Bush River Drive, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Mental health, developmental disability, and substance use servicesContact Crossroads to ask about mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services.
  Call 434-392-3187DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Piedmont Senior Resources Area Agency on Aging

  1413 S. Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about services and support for older adults and caregivers in Amelia County.
  Call 434-767-5588DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Virginia DMV Farmville Customer Service Center

  300 North Virginia Street, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for driver and identification card services and other available DMV transactions.
  Call 804-497-7100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Central Virginia Regional Library

  1303 W. Third Street, Farmville, VA 23901

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library system to borrow books and other materials, use public computers, and join learning programs.
  Call 434-392-6924DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cvrl.net

Prince Edward County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Prince Edward County

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

Cities and towns in Prince Edward County

• Farmville

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