Help with Federal Agencies
Below are answers
to some of the most frequently asked questions on how to deal with government agencies. Click on a question to
find ways to get assistance. Feel free to contact us
if you don't see your question listed or you need more information.
Where can I get information on Social Security and Medicare?
Your
local Social Security Administration office is often the most helpful
resource. You can also visit
Social Security Online for more information.
How can I get information on TennCare?
TennCare, the
state’s health care plan for uninsured and uninsurable Tennesseans, is operated
at the state level. For more information on this program, please visit the
Bureau of TennCare online or call the TennCare Information Line at
1-800-669-1851. You may also get helpful information by contacting your elected
representatives in the
Tennessee General Assembly.
What is the status of my VA claim/appeal?
You can reach the
United States Department
of Veterans Affairs toll-free call center at 1-800-827-1000 to
answer questions about a pending claim. Hearing-impaired callers can call the
TDD line at 1-800-829-4833. The
VA Web site answers
Frequently Asked Questions and lists
more contact options.
Where can I get VA forms?
The
United States Department of Veterans Affairs now allows veterans to apply for some
benefits claims online through its
Veterans ON-Line APPlication (VONAPP) Web site. The
Veterans Benefits Administration Web site also maintains a
list of downloadable files and a
Web Automated Reference Materials System (WARMS) to answer further
questions.
Where can I get help with my workers’ compensation case?
The
U.S. Department of Labor has an office dedicated to handling workers’
compensation cases for people with workplace injuries.
The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs Web site features general
information. Another helpful resource is the
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, through its
Division of Workers’ Compensation online or by
telephone at
1-800-332-2667.
How can I get financial aid to attend college?
The first step
for families planning for college is to complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The
U.S. Department of Education has a list of helpful financial aid resources,
including a list of places to look for aid and how the application process
works, on its
Financial Aid Web site.
How can I get help dealing with the IRS?
The
Internal Revenue Service has an independent organization dedicated to
taxpayer advocacy. Visit the
IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service online or call its toll-free number,
1-877-777-4778. You can also use the
IRS Web site to
find your local IRS office for assistance.
Where can I find tax forms?
The
Internal Revenue Service keeps a list of available forms on its Web site,
and they can be downloaded and printed from the
IRS Forms and Publications site. During busy tax seasons, many
public
libraries keep common tax forms on file. You can also use the
IRS Web site to
find your local IRS office for assistance.
How can I get help with my child support?
Child support is
handled by the
Tennessee Department of Human Services. Visit the department’s
Child Support Services online, or call the department’s toll-free customer
service line at
1-800-838-6911. You
may also get helpful information by contacting your elected representatives in
the
Tennessee General Assembly.
How can I find out about visas for foreign citizens?
The
U.S. Department of State has all the latest visa information on its
Visa Services site, including answers to
Frequently Asked Questions,
visa application forms and how to get additional assistance.
How do I get a U.S. passport?
Every U.S.
citizen planning to travel internationally needs to have a passport, available
through the
United States Department
of State. See the department’s
Passport Services and Information site for more information, including the
locations where you can apply for a passport.
Where can I get immigration forms?
The
Immigration and Naturalization Service keeps the most up-to-date list of
important forms on its Web site, along with
instructions on how to complete and file them. For further help, you can
also
find and contact your local INS office.
How
can my organization or I apply for federal grants?
There are many
different agencies that award grants to groups and organizations. Visit the
House of Representatives
Grants Information
site to see what is available and how to properly prepare applications.
Additionally, you may find helpful information from the
Delta Regional Authority.
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