Palatka
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Local offices in Palatka
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Local office · City office
Palatka City Hall
201 N 2nd Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- City government and recordsAsk about city services, public records, or how to contact the City Clerk.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on palatka-fl.gov
Utilities · City office
City of Palatka Water & Sewer
1010 Ocean Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Water and sewer serviceContact the city about water and sewer service or utility account questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on palatka-fl.gov
Utilities · City office
Palatka Gas Authority
518 Main Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Gas utility billsPay a gas bill in person or ask the Gas Authority about an account.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on palatka-fl.gov
Library · County office
Palatka Library
601 College Road, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Public libraryVisit the library to use its books, computers, and other public library services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on putnam-fl.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Community Center
1900 Napoleon Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Community and recreation programsAsk about city recreation programs and community events at the center.
- Social Seniors Program 55+Older adults can attend the city's social program for people age 55 and older.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on palatka-fl.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
CareerSource NEFL Career Center
400 State Road 19, Suite 53, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Job search and career servicesGet help looking for a job, building skills, or finding career training.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on careersourcenortheastflorida.com
State office · State office
Putnam County Tax Collector, Palatka Office
312 Oak Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Driver license and state ID servicesApply for or renew a driver license or state photo ID at this office.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on putnamtax.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Putnam County
Palatka is in Putnam County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Emergency help · County office
Putnam County Emergency Management
410 S. State Road 19, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency alerts and information about evacuation zones, special needs planning, and disaster preparedness.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on putnam-fl.com
Veterans · County office
Putnam County Veterans Services
2509 Crill Ave., Suite 800, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Veterans benefits and records assistanceGet help filing VA benefit claims and requesting military service records.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on main.putnam-fl.com
Library · County office
Putnam County Library System
Help here
- Library materials, information, and programsUse library materials, information, technology, and educational programs at county library locations.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on putnam-fl.com
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Putnam County, South Satellite Clinic
114 Amos Road, Crescent City, FL 32112
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Apply for nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on putnam.floridahealth.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
CareerSource NEFL Putnam County Career Center
400 Highway 19 North, Suite 93, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Career center servicesVisit the career center for help with job searches and employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourcenortheastflorida.com
Older adults · Regional office
Elder Options (Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging)
Help here
- Elder HelplineOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can call for screenings and referrals to local services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agingresources.org
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
- United Way 211
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