Pocahontas
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Local offices in Pocahontas
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing authority · Nonprofit
Pocahontas Public Housing Agency - BRAD
1403 Hospital Drive, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Housing Choice VoucherContact the agency to ask about applying for a housing voucher and its waiting list.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on search.211arkansas.org
Utilities · City office
Pocahontas Water Works
1608 Hwy 67 S, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billingContact Water Works to set up or manage water and sewer service and pay your water bill.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpocahontasar.gov
Utilities · City office
Pocahontas Streets and Sanitation
71 Humble Lane, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Garbage pickupThe city picks up household garbage weekly, with charges included on the water bill.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpocahontasar.gov
Library · Regional office
Randolph County Library
111 W. Everett St., Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books, use online resources, and get help from library staff.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mylibrarynow.org
Local office · City office
Pocahontas City Hall
410 N. Marr St., Pocahontas, AR 72455
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpocahontasar.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
Eddie Mae Herron Center
1708 Archer St., Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Community events and educationVisit the center for community events and programs about local African American history and culture.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpocahontasar.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Pocahontas Parks and Recreation
410 N. Marr St., Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Community Center and recreationContact Parks and Recreation about the city community center, parks, and recreation programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpocahontasar.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Pocahontas
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas
3414 One Place, Jonesboro, AR 72404
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of Arkansas, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Black River Area Development Corp.
1403 Hospital Drive, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Listed on humanservices.arkansas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Randolph County
Pocahontas is in Randolph County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Arkansas Department of Human Services, Randolph County Office
1408 Pace Rd, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- SNAP, TEA, and MedicaidApply for food assistance, cash help, or Medicaid in person or get help with your case.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov
Child support · State office
Pocahontas Child Support Office
1905 Old County Rd, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services, including setting up or managing a support case.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.arkansas.gov
Public health · State office
Randolph County Health Unit
407 Camp Rd, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health services such as immunizations, family planning, and testing at the local health unit.
- WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthy.arkansas.gov
Older adults · Regional office
East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging
2005 East Highland Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72401
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with services that support independent living.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on e4aonline.com
Emergency help · County office
Randolph County Emergency Management
107 W Broadway, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet information about local emergency preparedness and coordination during disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.arkansas.gov
State office · State office
Arkansas State Police Driver License Testing, Pocahontas
105 Geneva Drive, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Help here
- Driver license testingTake a written or skills test for a driver license at the scheduled Pocahontas testing location.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.arkansas.gov
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
Talk to a person
- Arkansas 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988