Johnson County

Local offices in Johnson County

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

• Human services · County office

  Johnson County General Assistance Office

  111 North 5th Street, Vienna, IL 62995

  Help here

  • Emergency rent and utility assistanceEligible county residents may call to ask for temporary help with rent or utility bills.
  Call 618-658-3381DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on search.ne211.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Southern 7 Health Department, Johnson County Clinic

  513 1/2 East Vine Street, Vienna, IL 62995

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesThe clinic offers health screenings, immunizations, testing, and other nursing services.
  • WICWIC provides eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 618-658-5011DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southern7.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Johnson County Courthouse, Self-Help Resources

  105 North 6th Street, Vienna, IL 62995

  Help here

  • Court self-help resourcesPeople representing themselves can find court forms and information about legal procedures.
  Call 618-658-4751DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Johnson County Public Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can use library resources, programs, and services for learning and research.
  Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Egyptian Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services information and coordinationThe agency plans and coordinates services for older adults and caregivers in Johnson County.
  Website

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Shawnee Development Council

  1000 North Main Street, Anna, IL 62906

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceThe agency helps eligible residents access energy assistance and other community support programs.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 618-833-7431DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Vienna

  400 East Vine Street, Vienna, IL 62995

  Help here

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

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

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Johnson County

• Belknapnot checked yet
• Buncombenot checked yet
• Cypressnot checked yet
• Goreville
• New Burnsidenot checked yet
• Simpsonnot checked yet
• Vienna

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