Gulf County

Local offices in Gulf County

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

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Gulf County

  2475 Garrison Ave., Port St. Joe, FL 32456

  Help here

  • County health servicesContact the county health department about local public health services.Read more
  • WICWIC offers eligible families food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and health referrals.Read more
  Call 850-227-1276DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gulf.floridahealth.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Gulf County Clerk of Court

  1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd., Room 148, Port St. Joe, FL 32456

  Help here

  • Family law and child support clerk servicesContact the clerk's office for family law, child support, and dependency court matters.
  Call 850-229-6112DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gulfclerk.com

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Gulf County Senior Citizens Association

  120 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, FL 32456

  Help here

  • Senior servicesContact the association about services and programs that support older adults.
  Call 850-229-8466DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on gulfcountyseniorcitizens.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Advantage Aging Solutions

  2414 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32308

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpCall the Elder Helpline to learn about aging, disability, and caregiver services available in Gulf County.
  Call 850-488-0055DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Gulf County Veterans' Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for benefits for veterans and their families.
  Call 850-229-6125Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gulfcounty-fl.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Gulf County Emergency Management

  1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd., Port St. Joe, FL 32456

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet information about local hazards, prepare for emergencies, and sign up for county alerts.
  Call 850-229-9110DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gulfcounty-fl.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Northwest Regional Library System

  Help here

  • Public library servicesFind library resources, programs, and service information for Gulf County residents.
  Call 850-522-2100Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nwrls.com

• Local office · County office

  Gulf County Tax Collector Driver's License Service

  1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd., Room 100, Port St. Joe, FL 32456

  Help here

  • Driver license servicesVisit the courthouse office for driver license services.
  Call 850-229-6116DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gulftaxcollector.com

Gulf County, Florida website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gulf County

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

Cities and towns in Gulf County

• Port St. Joe
• Wewahitchka

Florida programs by kind of help

These are run by Florida 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