Galva
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Local offices in Galva
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Galva City Hall
311 N.W. 4th Avenue, Galva, IL 61434
Help here
- City services and applicationsVisit City Hall for city questions, applications, and public records requests.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on galvail.gov
Utilities · City office
Galva Water & Wastewater Department
311 N.W. 4th Avenue, Galva, IL 61434
Help here
- Water and sewer serviceContact the city to start or stop water and sewer service and ask about your bill.
- Garbage and recycling billingThe city includes residential garbage and recycling charges on the water bill.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on galvail.gov
Library · Regional office
Galva Public Library District
120 N.W. Third Ave., Galva, IL 61434
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials and use its public resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on galvalibrary.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Galva Senior Citizens’ Center
106 Front Street, Galva, IL
Help here
- Senior programsThe center hosts programs and activities for older adults.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on galvalibrary.org
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of Henry County
125 N. Chestnut Street, Kewanee, IL 61443
Help here
- Public housing and housing vouchersApply for public housing or ask about housing vouchers through the county housing authority.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on henrycountyhousing.us
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Henry County
Galva is in Henry County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Henry County Health Department
110 N. Burr Blvd., Kewanee, IL 61443
Help here
- Public health servicesGet clinic services, immunizations, family planning, and other public health help.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henrystarkhealth.com
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of Henry County
125 N. Chestnut St., Kewanee, IL 61443
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the authority about its housing programs and rental assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henrycountyhousing.us
Veterans · County office
Henry County Veterans Assistance Commission
Henry County Courthouse, 307 W. Center St., Cambridge, IL 61238
Help here
- Veterans benefits and assistanceVeterans can get help with VA claims, records, health enrollment, and approved emergency assistance.
- Transportation to VA appointmentsEligible veterans can request free rides to approved VA medical appointments.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henrycty.com
State office · State office
Henry County Family Community Resource Center
125 W. South St., Suite 14, Kewanee, IL 61443
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and other benefits through the local state office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us
Community action · Nonprofit
Project NOW, Inc.
404 E. 3rd St., Kewanee, IL 61443
Help here
- Energy assistanceEligible households can get help with utility bills and heating system repairs.Apply online
- Housing assistanceAsk about help with rent, deposits, temporary housing, and homelessness services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on projectnow.org
Older adults · Regional office
Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging
729 34th Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201
Help here
- Aging and caregiver informationGet information and referrals for services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wiaaa.org
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.
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