San Juan County

Local offices in San Juan County

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

• Human services · County office

  San Juan County Department of Social Services

  1557 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 81433

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceApply for food and other public assistance programs through the county office.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child supportGet help with child support services for families in San Juan County.
  Call 970-387-5631DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing authority · City office

  Silverton Housing Authority

  1360 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 81433

  Help here

  • Affordable housing informationContact the Housing Authority for information about affordable housing and current homeownership applications.Apply online
  Call 970-880-0278DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on silvertonhousingauthority.colorado.gov

• Public health · County office

  San Juan County Public Health

  1315 Snowden Street, Silverton, CO 81433

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesCall the health department for clinic services, immunizations, and health referrals.
  • WIC referralsThe health department can connect families with WIC services through San Juan Basin Public Health.
  Call 970-387-0242DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  San Juan County Courthouse

  1557 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 81433

  Help here

  • Court and self-help informationGet court information, forms, and help with questions about the legal process.
  Call 970-387-5790DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information and support for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
  Call 970-264-0501Website

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

• State office · State office

  San Juan County Motor Vehicle Office

  1557 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 81433

  Help here

  • Vehicle titles and registrationHandle vehicle title, registration, and plate services at the county motor vehicle office.
  Call 970-387-5671DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Silverton Public Library

  1117 Reese Street, Silverton, CO 81433

  Help here

  • Library resources and community food pantryBorrow books, use public computers and Wi-Fi, join programs, or visit the free community food pantry.Read more
  Call 970-387-5770DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on silverton.colibraries.org

San Juan County, Colorado website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve San Juan County

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

Cities and towns in San Juan County

• Silverton

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