Athol
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Local offices in Athol
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Nonprofit
ABC Food Bank
30355 3rd Street, Athol, ID 83801
Help here
- Food assistanceContact the food bank about its food assistance hours and services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Utilities · City office
City of Athol Water Services and Billing
30355 N 3rd Street, Athol, ID 83801
Help here
- Water service and bill helpContact City Hall to start or transfer water service, get billing help, or ask about paperless billing.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofathol.us
Local office · City office
Athol City Hall
30355 N 3rd Street, Athol, ID 83801
Help here
- City services and recordsVisit or call City Hall for city services, public records, and help with city forms.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofathol.us
Library · Regional office
Athol Public Library
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library for books, digital media, local history resources, and library programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on athollibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Athol Community Center
30355 N 3rd Street, Athol, ID 83801
Help here
- Community center useContact City Hall about renting the community building for meetings or events.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofathol.us
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Athol
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
Second Harvest Inland Northwest
1234 E. Front Avenue, Spokane, WA 99202
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
Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc.
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
Community Action Partnership
124 New 6th St, Lewiston, ID 83501-2133
Listed on townhall.idaho.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Kootenai County
Athol is in Kootenai County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Kootenai County Assistance
451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Help here
- Emergency financial assistanceApply for temporary help with some non-medical expenses, including rent, utilities, or cremation.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcgov.us
State office · State office
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Coeur d'Alene Office
1120 Ironwood Drive, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Help here
- Self-Reliance benefits assistanceGet information and assistance with applications for food, health coverage, child care, and other state benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Human services · State office
211 Idaho CareLine
Help here
- Community information and referralsCall 211 to get connected with health and human services in your community.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
State office · State office
WIC Clinic 101 - Hayden
8500 N Atlas Road, Hayden, ID 83835
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
First Judicial District Court Assistance Office
324 W Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Help here
- Court forms and self-helpGet help understanding forms and procedures for family and some civil court cases.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcgov.us
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging of North Idaho
402 W. Canfield Avenue, Suite 1, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportThe agency helps older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers find local support and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaani.org
Idaho programs by kind of help
These are run by Idaho 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
- 211 Idaho CareLine
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