Gulf Shores
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Local offices in Gulf Shores
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Gulf Shores City Hall
1905 W. 1st Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36547
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for information about city services and where to get help.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on gulfshoresal.gov
Utilities · Regional office
Gulf Shores Utilities
1629 East 1st Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36547
Help here
- Water and sewer billsPay your water or sewer bill or ask the utility about your account.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on gulfshoresutilities.com
Library · City office
Thomas B. Norton Public Library
221 W. 19th Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36547
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books, use computers, and access library programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on gulfshoresal.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Gulf Shores Activity Center
260 Clubhouse Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Help here
- Community activities and eventsUse the activity center for community programs, meetings, and events.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on gulfshoresal.gov
State office · State office
ALEA Baldwin County Driver License Office
Help here
- Driver licensingApply for or renew an Alabama driver license at a Baldwin County office.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on alea.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Baldwin County
Gulf Shores is in Baldwin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Older adults · County office
Baldwin County Council on Aging
22251 Palmer Street, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Help here
- Senior services and supportGet information and help connecting with programs that support older adults.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on baldwincountyal.gov
Emergency help · County office
Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency
23100 McAuliffe Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and outreachGet information about preparing for emergencies and request an EMA presentation.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on baldwincountyal.gov
Human services · State office
Baldwin County Department of Human Resources
22259 Palmer Street, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Help here
- Food assistanceContact the county DHR office for help with food assistance.
- Child supportContact the county DHR office for child support services.
- Child and family servicesContact the county DHR office for help with child and family services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov
Public health · State office
Baldwin County Health Department
23280 Gilbert Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Help here
- Clinical health servicesThe health clinic provides services such as vaccines, family planning, and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.
- Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificatesRequest certified copies of Alabama vital records through the health department.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
State office · State office
Baldwin County Health Department WIC Clinic, Robertsdale
23280 Gilbert Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get WIC nutrition support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
State office · State office
Baldwin County Health Department WIC Clinic, South Baldwin
8158 Highway 59 Unit 108, Foley, AL 36535
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get WIC nutrition support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
Alabama programs by kind of help
These are run by Alabama 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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - 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
Talk to a person
- 211 Connects Alabama
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 888-421-1266 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988