Clay County

Local offices in Clay County

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

• State office · State office

  Richland County Family Community Resource Center

  1406 Martin St, Olney, IL 62450

  Help here

  • Public benefits assistanceThis Illinois Department of Human Services office handles benefits cases for Clay County residents, including questions about applications and existing benefits.
  Call 618-392-3151DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Illinois

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  • 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

  Clay County Health Department

  601 E 12th St, Flora, IL 62839

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  • Public health servicesThe health department offers local public health services, including immunizations and health screenings.
  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC provides eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and young children with food benefits, nutrition support, and health referrals.Read more
  Call 618-662-4406DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · Regional office

  Clay County Legal Self-Help Center

  Flora Public Library, 216 N Main St, Flora, IL 62839

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  • Legal self-help informationThe center offers legal information, court form help, and referrals to free or low-cost legal services.
  Call 618-662-6553DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Senior Services of Clay County

  832 W North Ave, Suite C-2, Flora, IL 62839

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  • Senior and caregiver supportStaff help older adults and caregivers find care, benefits information, and local services.
  • Medicare counselingTrained counselors help people understand Medicare, supplemental insurance, and prescription coverage.
  Call 618-662-7304DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Midland Area Agency on Aging

  434 S Poplar St, Centralia, IL 62801

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to services that help them live independently.
  Call 877-532-1853DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Flora Driver Services Facility

  39 Greenlaw Blvd, Flora, IL 62839

  Help here

  • Driver and state ID servicesResidents can apply for or renew an Illinois driver’s license or state ID at this facility.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Flora Public Library

  216 N Main St, Flora, IL 62839

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers, and get help with printing and research.Read more
  Call 618-662-6553DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on florapubliclibrary.org

Clay County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Clay County

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

Cities and towns in Clay County

• Clay City
• Flora
• Iolanot checked yet
• Louisville
• Sailor Springsnot checked yet
• Xenianot 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