Lee County

Local offices in Lee County

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

• Public health · County office

  Lee County Health Department

  309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon, IL 61021

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department offers public health services, including health education, immunizations, and public health nursing.Read more
  • WICWIC provides nutrition support and approved foods for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.Read more
  Call 815-284-3371DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lchd.com

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Lee County Circuit Clerk

  309 S. Galena Avenue, Suite 320, Dixon, IL 61021

  Help here

  • Court information and fee helpThe Circuit Clerk provides court records and information about filing documents and applying for a court fee waiver.
  Call 815-284-5234DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on leecountyil.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  1111 South Alpine Road, Suite 600, Rockford, IL 61108

  Help here

  • Aging and disability information and assistanceThe agency helps older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers find local services and benefits.
  Call 800-542-8402DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lee County Veterans Assistance Commission

  112 E. 2nd Street, Third Floor, Dixon, IL 61021

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpThe office helps veterans and eligible family members apply for and follow up on federal, state, and local veterans benefits.
  Call 815-288-5683DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on leecountyil.com

• Emergency help · County office

  Lee County Emergency Management Agency

  Help here

  • Emergency management informationThe agency provides county emergency management information and preparedness assistance.
  Call 815-284-3365Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on leecountyil.com

Lee County, Illinois website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lee County

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

Cities and towns in Lee County

• Amboy
• Ashton
• Comptonnot checked yet
• Dixon
• Franklin Grove
• Harmonnot checked yet
• Leenot checked yet
• Nelsonnot checked yet
• Paw Paw
• Stewardnot checked yet
• Sublettenot checked yet
• West Brooklynnot 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