Salem

Local offices in Salem

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

• State office · State office

  Arkansas Department of Human Services, Fulton County Office

  222 Byron Road, Salem, AR 72576

  Help here

  • Public benefitsVisit the office to ask about state benefits and get help with applications.Apply online
  Call 870-895-3309DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov

• Local office · City office

  Salem City Hall

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact the city about local government services and city business.
  Call 870-895-3478Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on local.arkansas.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Salem Public Library

  207 Pickren Street, Salem, AR 72576

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use public library resources.
  Call 870-895-2014DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ar.countingopinions.com

City of Salem, Arkansas website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Salem

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Fulton County

Salem is in Fulton County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Fulton County Department of Human Services

  222 Byron Road, Salem, AR 72576

  Help here

  • Public benefitsVisit the office for help applying for state benefits and support with your case.Apply online
  Call 870-895-3309DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Fulton County Health Unit

  510 S. Main Street, Salem, AR 72576

  Help here

  • Local public health servicesContact the health unit for local clinics and public health services.
  Call 870-895-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Fulton County District Court

  455 North Main Street, Salem, AR 72576

  Help here

  • Court information and paymentsContact the court office for court information, payment options, and small claims details.
  Call 870-895-4136DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyar.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  White River Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services informationContact the agency to find information about aging services available in Fulton County.
  Call 800-854-5841Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Fulton County Veteran Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding benefits and completing forms for veterans and their families.
  Call 870-895-3900Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyar.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Fulton County Office of Emergency Management

  118 West Locust Street, Suite 102, Salem, AR 72576

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information about preparing for emergencies and county disaster response.
  Call 870-895-2120DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyar.gov

Everything in Fulton County

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