Chaffee County
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Local offices in Chaffee County
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Human services · County office
Chaffee County Human Services
448 East First Street, Room 166, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Food, medical, and cash assistanceGet help applying for food, medical, and cash assistance.
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services through the county human services office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaffeecounty.org
Public health · County office
Chaffee County Public Health
448 East First Street, Suite 137, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Immunizations and health programsGet immunizations, health education, and help connecting with local health services.
- Behavioral health navigationTalk with a behavioral health navigator about finding local support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaffeecounty.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Chaffee Housing Authority
230 W 16th Street, Suite C, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Affordable rental housingFind available affordable rentals and get help with the application process.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing supportGet help finding housing resources if you are struggling with housing costs or housing insecurity.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaffeehousingauthority.org
Veterans · County office
Chaffee County Veterans Service Office
Touber Building, 448 E. 1st Street, Room 134, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits and assistance.
- Transportation to VA medical appointmentsArrange a ride to many VA medical appointments by calling ahead.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaffeecounty.org
Emergency help · County office
Chaffee County Office of Emergency Management
16550 Highway 285, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and notificationsGet emergency preparedness information and sign up for county emergency notifications.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaffeecounty.org
Library · Regional office
Salida Regional Library
405 E Street, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Library materials and Poncha Springs lockersGet a library card and use the Poncha Springs lockers to pick up items placed on hold.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on salidalibrary.org
Older adults · Regional office
Upper Arkansas Area Agency on Aging
139 E. 3rd Street, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Senior and caregiver servicesAdults age 60 and older can ask about meals, caregiver respite, and other aging services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on uaacog.com
Community action · Nonprofit
Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments Community Service Block Grant
3224-A Independence Road, Cañon City, CO 81212
Help here
- Emergency financial assistanceIncome-qualified households may apply for one-time help with costs such as rent, utilities, medical bills, or child care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on uaacog.com
State office · Regional office
Chaffee County - Buena Vista WIC Clinic
707 US Hwy 24 North, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceGet information about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on uaacog.com
State office · Regional office
Salida WIC Clinic
6266 Cleora Road, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceGet information about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on uaacog.com
State office · State office
Colorado Driver’s License Office - Salida
448 E 1st Street, Room 210, Salida, CO 81201
Help here
- Driver licensingVisit the state driver’s license office for driver licensing services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaffeeclerk.colorado.gov
Human services · Regional office
2-1-1 Colorado
Help here
- Help finding local resourcesCall or search online to find local help with basic needs, housing, food, health care, and other services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211colorado.org
Chaffee County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Chaffee County
Colorado programs by kind of help
These are run by Colorado 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 - 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
- 2-1-1 Colorado
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