πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊWest Virginiaβ€ΊGilmerβ€ΊHead Start Programβ€ΊShock
CHILDREN β€” WV

πŸ§’ Head Start Program in Shock, Gilmer, West Virginia β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Shock residents

Free preschool programMax Benefit
1-866-763-6481Helpline
WVState
100% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Shock, West Virginia
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Shock, West Virginia
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4 in Shock: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-866-763-6481
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Shock residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Gilmer Office
Visit offices near Shock. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Shock
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Immunization records
❓ FAQs β€” Head Start Program in Shock
Who qualifies for Head Start Program in Shock, West Virginia?
Residents of Shock, Gilmer, West Virginia with income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-866-763-6481.
How to apply for Head Start Program in Shock?
Apply online at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator, call 1-866-763-6481, or visit Gilmer office.
Is there a Head Start Program office in Shock?
The nearest office is in Gilmer. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” West Virginia Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Head Start Program changes in West Virginia.