Shoshone County
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Local offices in Shoshone County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Shoshone County Social Services
700 Bank Street, Suite 120, Wallace, ID 83873
Help here
- Limited emergency assistanceThe county may provide temporary help with some nonmedical expenses when you have no other way to pay.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shoshonecounty.id.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
Public health · Regional office
Panhandle Health District, Shoshone County Office
35 Wildcat Way, Kellogg, ID 83837
Help here
- Public health servicesThe district provides public health services to residents of Shoshone County.
- WICWIC offers food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on panhandlehealthdistrict.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Shoshone County Court Assistance Office
700 Bank Street, Wallace, ID 83873
Help here
- Court self-helpThe office provides court forms and information for people representing themselves, with walk-in help on the fourth Friday of the month.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on courtselfhelp.idaho.gov
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
Veterans · County office
Shoshone County Veterans Service
700 Bank Street, Suite 120, Wallace, ID 83873
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceThe county veterans service officer helps veterans and their dependents access benefits and asks callers to schedule an appointment.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shoshonecounty.id.gov
Emergency help · County office
Shoshone County Emergency Management
700 Bank Street, Suite 25, Wallace, ID 83873
Help here
- Disaster preparedness and response coordinationThe county coordinates planning and response for disasters such as fires, floods, and landslides.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shoshonecounty.id.gov
State office · State office
Wallace Driver Services
717 Bank Street, Wallace, ID 83873
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew an Idaho driver’s license or identification card in person.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on itd.idaho.gov
State office · County office
Wallace Vehicle Services
700 Bank Street, Suite 45, Wallace, ID 83873-2356
Help here
- Vehicle registration and title servicesResidents can visit for vehicle registration and title services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shoshonecounty.id.gov
Shoshone County, Idaho website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Shoshone County
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
Cities and towns in Shoshone County
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