Astoria
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Local offices in Astoria
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Library · Regional office
Astoria Public Library District
220 West Broadway, Astoria, IL 61501
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library for books, public computers, and other library services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on astoriapubliclibrary.weebly.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Fulton County
Astoria is in Fulton County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Fulton County Health Department
700 East Oak Street, Canton, IL 61520
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, family planning, and other public health services.Read more
- WICEligible pregnant people, infants, and young children can get food support and nutrition education.Read more
- Energy assistanceEligible households can apply for help with heating and electric bills and furnace repairs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyhealth.com
Housing authority · County office
Fulton County Housing Authority
250 South Main Street, Canton, IL 61520
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceApply for income-based housing or a Section 8 rental voucher.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyhousingauthority.org
Veterans · County office
Fulton County Veterans Assistance Commission
260 West Lincoln Avenue, Lewistown, IL 61542
Help here
- Veterans benefits and assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with VA claims, health care enrollment, military records, and emergency financial assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyil.gov
Emergency help · County office
Fulton County Emergency Services and Disaster Agency
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet county emergency preparedness information and assistance during disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fultoncountyil.gov
State office · State office
Illinois Department of Human Services Family Community Resource Center in Fulton County
1329 North Main Street, Lewistown, IL 61542
Help here
- Cash, SNAP, and medical assistanceApply in person for cash, food, or medical assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us
Jobs and training · Regional office
Career Link - Fulton County
111 North Main Street, Fulton Square, Canton, IL 61520
Help here
- Job search and employment supportGet help finding work, building job skills, and connecting with employment services.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careerlinkil.com
Illinois programs by kind of help
These are run by Illinois 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
- Heart of Illinois 2-1-1
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