Otero County

Local offices in Otero County

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

• 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.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211colorado.org

• Housing authority · Regional office

  La Junta/Otero County Housing Authority

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceApply for affordable housing or ask about rental assistance and Section 8 vouchers.
  Website

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

• Older adults · County office

  Otero County DHS Adult Services

  13 W. 3rd Street, Room 110, La Junta, CO 81050

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resourcesGet help finding long-term care, disability resources, and applications for support programs.
  • Adult protective servicesContact the office to report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an older or at-risk adult.
  Call 719-383-3166DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oterocounty.colorado.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Lower Arkansas Valley Area Agency on Aging

  13 W. 3rd Street, Room 110, La Junta, CO 81050

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services and applying for benefits.
  • Meals and legal services for older adultsCall to ask about home delivered meals, community meals, or legal help for older adults.
  Call 719-383-3166DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oterocounty.colorado.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Otero County Veterans Service Office

  Otero County Courthouse, 13 W. 3rd St., Room 110, La Junta, CO 81050

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet free help with veterans benefits and services.
  Call 719-383-3148DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vets.colorado.gov

• Public health · County office

  Otero County Health Department

  13 W. 3rd St., Suite 111, La Junta, CO 81050

  Call 719-383-3040DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oterocounty.colorado.gov

• State office · State office

  La Junta Driver License Office

  Otero County Courthouse, 13 W. 3rd St., Suite 101, La Junta, CO 81050

  Help here

  • Driver license servicesVisit the office for Colorado driver license services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.colorado.gov

• State office · State office

  Otero County Motor Vehicle Office

  13 W. 3rd St., Room 210, La Junta, CO 81050

  Help here

  • Motor vehicle servicesVisit the county office for motor vehicle services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.colorado.gov

• Library · City office

  Woodruff Memorial Library

  522 Colorado Ave., La Junta, CO 81050

  Help here

  • Public library servicesUse the library's books, information services, children's programs, and internet access.
  Call 719-384-4612DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lajunta.colibraries.org

Otero County, Colorado website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Otero County

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

Cities and towns in Otero County

• Cherawnot checked yet
• Fowler
• La Junta
• Manzanolanot checked yet
• Rocky Ford
• Swinknot checked yet

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