McDonough County

Local offices in McDonough County

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

• State office · State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services Family Community Resource Center

  322 W. University Ave., Macomb, IL 61455

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for state assistance programs and get help with your benefits.
  Call 309-833-4127DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

• Public health · County office

  McDonough County Health Department

  505 E. Jackson St., Macomb, IL 61455

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health education, screening, immunization, and other public health services.
  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get nutrition support and food benefits.
  Call 309-837-9951DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  729 34th Ave., Rock Island, IL 61201

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can get information about local support, meals, transportation, and care services.Read more
  Call 309-793-6800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Veterans Assistance Commission of McDonough County

  1 Courthouse Square, 3rd Floor, Macomb, IL 61455

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceEligible veterans can ask for emergency help with basic expenses and rides to VA medical appointments.
  Call 309-833-3275DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mcg.mcdonough.il.us

• Emergency help · County office

  McDonough County Emergency Services and Disaster Agency

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessFind local information to prepare for severe weather and other emergencies.
  Website

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

• State office · State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility

  466 S. Deere Road, Macomb, IL 61455

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver licensing and other Secretary of State services.
  Call 309-833-5661DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Macomb Public Library District

  235 S. Lafayette St., Macomb, IL 61455

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and digital materials, use computers, and get help with library resources.
  Call 309-833-2714DirectionsWebsite

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

McDonough County official website website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McDonough County

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

Cities and towns in McDonough County

• Bardolphnot checked yet
• Blandinsvillenot checked yet
• Bushnell
• Colchester
• Good Hopenot checked yet
• Industrynot checked yet
• Macomb
• Prairie Citynot checked yet
• Sciotanot checked yet
• Tennesseenot 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