Martin County
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Local offices in Martin County
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Human services · County office
Martin County Human Services
435 SE Flagler Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994
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- Emergency financial and housing helpThe county may help eligible residents with overdue rent, electric, or water bills and other housing needs.
- Homeless assistanceResidents experiencing homelessness can contact the county for support and referrals.
- Emergency prescription assistanceThe county offers emergency help with eligible non-narcotic prescriptions for low-income residents.
- Mental health and recovery resourcesResidents can get mental health resources, opioid assessments, and referrals to treatment and recovery support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on martin.fl.us
Veterans · County office
Martin County Veterans Services
2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996
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- Veterans benefits claims helpVeterans and their dependents can get help applying for service-related benefits and appealing decisions.
- Free rides for eligible veteransApproved Martin County veterans can request free rides to health care, food shopping, and government offices.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on martin.fl.us
Emergency help · County office
Martin County Emergency Management
800 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34994
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- Emergency preparedness and alertsResidents can find disaster preparation information, shelter guidance, and sign up for emergency alerts.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on martin.fl.us
Library · County office
Martin County Library System
2351 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996
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- Library and legal research resourcesResidents can use the county library system for books, information, and access to legal research resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on martin.fl.us
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Martin County
3441 SE Willoughby Boulevard, Stuart, FL 34994
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Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on martin.floridahealth.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
CareerSource Research Coast REACH Center
1815 SE Airport Road, Stuart, FL
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- Job and career supportJob seekers can get career guidance, job search help, and information about training opportunities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourcerc.com
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast
701 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 115, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
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- Aging and disability services referralsOlder adults, people with disabilities, veterans, and caregivers can call for referrals to local support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaapbtc.org
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
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- Community information and referralResidents can call 211 any time for crisis support and referrals to local services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211palmbeach.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Martin County
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 866-882-2991 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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