Christian County

Local offices in Christian County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office · State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services, Christian County office

  1100 B Cheney Street, Taylorville, IL 62568

  Help here

  • Benefits assistanceResidents can get help applying for SNAP, Medicaid, and cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 217-824-3389DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Illinois

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 any time to get connected with local help for housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org

• Public health · County office

  Christian County Health Department

  730 N. Pawnee Street, Taylorville, IL

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department provides vaccines, testing, and other services to protect community health.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits to eligible pregnant people, infants, and young children.
  Call 217-824-4113DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cchdil.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Christian County Courthouse Law Library

  101 S. Main Street, Taylorville, IL 62568

  Help here

  • Law library and court informationResidents can use the courthouse law library and find court forms and information for people representing themselves.
  Call 217-824-4966DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on illinoiscourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland, Inc.

  3100 Montvale Drive, Springfield, IL 62704

  Help here

  • Aging information and supportThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with services in their area.
  Call 217-787-9234DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agelinc.org

• State office · State office

  Taylorville Driver Services Facility

  1400 E. Park Street, Taylorville, IL 62568

  Help here

  • Driver and state ID servicesResidents can apply for or renew an Illinois driver’s license or state ID.Apply onlineRead more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ilsos.gov

Christian County, Illinois website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Christian County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Christian County

• Assumption
• Bulpittnot checked yet
• Edinburg
• Jeisyvillenot checked yet
• Kincaid
• Morrisonville
• Mount Auburnnot checked yet
• Owaneconot checked yet
• Palmernot checked yet
• Pana
• Stonington
• Taylorville
• Toveynot checked yet

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