Silverton
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Local offices in Silverton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
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
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on silvertonhousingauthority.colorado.gov
Utilities · City office
Town of Silverton Water, Sewer & Trash
1360 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 81433
Help here
- Water, sewer, and trash billingContact the Town about water, sewer, and trash bills or pay the utility bill online.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofsilverton.colorado.gov
Local office · City office
Town Hall
1360 Greene Street, Silverton, CO 81433
Help here
- Town services and recordsVisit Town Hall for town clerk services, public records, licenses, and other town business.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofsilverton.colorado.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Silverton Workforce Center Satellite Office
1117 Reese Street, Silverton, CO 81433
Help here
- Job search and workforce helpAsk the library about workforce help for job searches, career support, and training services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cdle.nxt-dev.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
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on silverton.colibraries.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Silverton
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
Care and Share Food Bank
2605 Preamble Point, Colorado Springs, CO 80915
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
Colorado Legal Services
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
Housing Solutions for the Southwest
295 Girard St., Durango, CO 81301
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of San Juan County
Silverton is in San Juan County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
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.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sanjuancounty.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.
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.
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
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.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.colorado.gov
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