Knox County

Local offices in Knox County

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

• Public health · County office

  Knox County Health Department

  1361 West Fremont Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department provides personal and environmental health services for county residents.
  Call 309-344-2224DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.il.us

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Knox County Housing Authority

  216 W. Simmons Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing or a voucher to help pay rent in a private home.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 309-342-8129DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Knox County Veterans Assistance Commission

  Knox County Annex, 121 South Prairie Street, Suite 3, Galesburg, IL 61401

  Help here

  • Veterans claims and assistanceThe office helps veterans with service claims, aid and attendance, and debt concerns.
  Call 309-345-3877DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.il.us

• 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.
  Call 309-793-6800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Carver Community Action Agency

  235 E. Main Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

  Help here

  • Energy and housing assistanceThe agency helps eligible residents with energy bills and housing support.
  Call 309-342-0158DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dceo.illinois.gov

• State office · State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Galesburg

  1066 E. Losey, Galesburg, IL 61401

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver's license and vehicle services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

Knox County, Illinois website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Knox County

• Abingdon
• Altonanot checked yet
• East Galesburg
• Galesburg
• Hendersonnot checked yet
• Knoxville
• Maquonnot checked yet
• Oneidanot checked yet
• Rionot checked yet
• St. Augustinenot checked yet
• Victorianot checked yet
• Wataga
• Williamsfieldnot checked yet
• Yates Citynot 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