Boone County
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Local offices in Boone County
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Public health · County office
Boone County Health Department
1204 Logan Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, health information, and help with local health concerns.
- WICApply for food and nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on boonehealth.org
Veterans · County office
Veterans Assistance Commission of Boone County
1212 Logan Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Veterans assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and county assistance programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vacbc.org
Emergency help · County office
Boone County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparednessFind preparedness information and county emergency updates.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on boonecountyil.gov
Housing authority · County office
Boone County Housing Authority
2036 North State Street, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Housing choice vouchersAsk about housing choice vouchers and other housing assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wchauthority.com
Courts and legal help · Regional office
Boone County Self Help Center and Law Library
Boone County Courthouse, 601 North Main Street, 2nd Floor Law Library, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Court self-help and law libraryFind court forms, legal information, and help using court resources.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 17thcircuit.illinoiscourts.gov
Library · City office
Ida Public Library
320 North State Street, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card and use books, computers, and learning resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on idapubliclibrary.org
Older adults · Regional office
Senior Connections of Boone County
2141 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet help finding benefits, in-home support, meals, and transportation.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on senior-connect.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
The Workforce Connection, Belvidere
600 South State Street, 2nd Floor, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Job search and career trainingGet job search help, career coaching, and training assistance.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on theworkforceconnection.org
State office · State office
Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Belvidere
425 Southtowne Drive, Suite 200, Belvidere, IL 61008
Help here
- Driver servicesApply for or renew a driver’s license or state identification card.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ilsos.gov
Boone County, Illinois website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Boone County
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
- 211 Illinois
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