Energy

Local offices in Energy

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

• Utilities · City office

  Village Hall

  Help here

  • Village servicesContact Village Hall for help with village services and information.
  • Water and sewer billsContact the Water and Sewer Department about water and sewer service or pay a water bill online.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 618-942-6212Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofenergy.com

Village of Energy website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Energy

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

Offices for all of Williamson County

Energy is in Williamson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Williamson County General Assistance

  407 North Monroe, Suite 220, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • General AssistanceApply for monthly help with basic needs if you do not qualify for other state or federal assistance.
  Call 618-997-1301DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services, Williamson County Office

  11107 West DeYoung Street, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • Human services benefitsVisit the local office for help with state human services programs and benefits.
  Call 618-997-6591DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department, Williamson County Office

  8160 Express Drive, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet nursing, wellness, environmental health, and home health services at the county office.
  • WICGet nutrition support and WIC services by appointment at the Marion office.
  Call 618-993-8111DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Williamson County Circuit Clerk

  Williamson County Courthouse, 200 West Jefferson Street, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • Court records and filingsFile court papers and request records for civil, criminal, and family cases.
  • Child support records and paymentsAsk about court-ordered child support records and payments handled by the clerk.
  Call 618-997-1301DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Egyptian Area Agency on Aging

  200 East Plaza Drive, Carterville, IL 62918

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver informationOlder adults and caregivers can get information and referrals to local services.
  Call 618-985-8311DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  American Job Center Southern Illinois

  3117 Civic Circle Boulevard, Suite B, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • Job and training servicesGet help with job searches, career planning, and training programs.
  Call 618-998-9570DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Williamson 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