Wise County

Local offices in Wise County

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

• Human services · County office

  Wise County Social Services

  10365 Pinnacle Drive, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportAsk about local help with food, cash assistance, and family services.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the local social services office.Apply online
  Call 276-328-8632DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Wise County and City of Norton WIC

  134 Roberts Street SW, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 276-328-1907DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Clinch Valley Community Action, Wise County location

  5612 N. Bear Creek Road, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • Local community assistanceContact the Wise County location to ask which community assistance programs are available locally.
  Call 276-328-8056DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Wise County Redevelopment and Housing Authority

  107 Litchfield Street NW, Coeburn, VA 24230

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceAsk about public housing, rental assistance, and how to apply for housing help.Apply online
  Call 276-395-6104DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wcrha.org

• Public health · State office

  Wise County and City of Norton Health Department

  134 Roberts Street SW, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • Public health servicesCall the health department to ask about local public health services and appointments.
  Call 276-328-8000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc.

  1501 Third Avenue East, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesTalk with an options counselor about services for older adults and their caregivers.Read more
  • Transportation and mealsAsk about transportation, meals, and wellness services for people in the region.Read more
  Call 276-523-4202DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Virginia Department of Veterans Services Big Stone Gap Office

  322 Cloverleaf Square, Suite E-1, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpMeet with a veterans services representative about state and federal veterans benefits.
  Call 276-523-1411DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dvs.virginia.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Wise County Emergency Management

  5603 Patriot Drive, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and response informationGet information about preparing for emergencies and county response during disasters.
  Call 276-328-9780DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Virginia Works Wise Office

  251 Ridgeview Road SW, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesVisit for help finding work and connecting with employment services.
  Call 276-325-7314DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Lonesome Pine Regional Library

  124 Library Road SW, Wise, VA 24293

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library system to borrow books, access digital resources, and use public computers.
  Call 276-328-8325DirectionsWebsite

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

Wise County, Virginia website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Wise County

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

Cities and towns in Wise County

• Appalachia
• Big Stone Gap
• Coeburn
• Pound
• St. Paul
• Wise

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