Garland County

Local offices in Garland County

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

• Public health · State office

  Garland County Health Unit

  1425 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, testing, and other public health services.
  • WICEligible families can get healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help.Read more
  Call 501-624-3394DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on garlandcounty.org

• Veterans · County office

  Garland County Veteran Service Office

  501 Ouachita Avenue, Room 105, Hot Springs, AR 71901

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding benefits and completing veterans benefits claims and appeals.
  Call 501-622-3795DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on garlandcounty.org

• Library · County office

  Garland County Library

  1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use computers and Wi-Fi, and get research help.Read more
  Call 501-623-4161DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gclibrary.com

• Human services · State office

  Garland County DHS County Office

  115 Stover Lane, Hot Springs, AR 71913

  Help here

  • Benefits and human servicesContact the county office for help with Arkansas DHS services and benefits.
  Call 501-321-2583DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of West Central Arkansas

  905 West Grand Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsOlder adults and caregivers can contact the agency for information and help finding services.
  Call 800-467-2170DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on seniorspecialists.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Services Office

  2228 Albert Pike Road, Suites M, N, O, P, Hot Springs, AR 71913

  Help here

  • Energy and community assistanceAsk about help with energy bills and community assistance programs.
  Call 501-624-5724DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on csoark.org

• Jobs and training · State office

  Hot Springs Workforce Center

  201 Market Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help searching for work, preparing for interviews, and finding training options.
  Call 501-525-1631DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dws.arkansas.gov

Garland County, Arkansas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Garland County

• Fountain Lakenot checked yet
• Hot Springs
• Lonsdalenot checked yet
• Mountain Pinenot checked yet

Arkansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Arkansas 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