Mendota

Local offices in Mendota

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

• Local office · City office

  City Clerk’s Office

  800 Washington St, Mendota, IL 61342

  Help here

  • City services and recordsVisit or call the City Clerk for city records, certificates, and other city services.
  • Water, sewer, and garbage billsPay your city water bill here; it includes sewer and garbage service.Read more
  Call 815-539-7459DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mendota.il.us

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Mendota Area Senior Services

  1901 Tom Merwin Drive, Mendota, IL 61342

  Help here

  • Senior and disability servicesAdults over 60 and people with disabilities can get help and join programs that support independent living.
  Call 815-539-7700DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mendotaareaseniorservices.org

• State office · State office

  Mendota Secretary of State Facility

  Route 34 East, Mendota, IL 61342

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver’s license, state ID, and vehicle services.Read more
  Call 815-539-7849DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ilsos.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Graves-Hume Public Library

  1401 W. Main St, Mendota, IL 61342

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use computers and Wi-Fi, and attend programs for all ages.Read more
  Call 815-538-5142DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on graveshume.org

City of Mendota website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Mendota

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

Offices for all of LaSalle County

Mendota is in LaSalle County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  LaSalle County General Assistance

  707 E Etna Road, Ottawa, IL 61350

  Help here

  • General assistanceContact the county to ask about general assistance for residents in need.
  Call 815-434-8200DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services Family Community Resource Center, Grundy and LaSalle Counties

  1560 First Avenue, Ottawa, IL 61350

  Help here

  • Benefits applicationsResidents can apply for food, cash, medical, and child care assistance through this office.Apply online
  Call 815-433-1572DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Housing Authority of LaSalle County

  526 E Norris Drive, Ottawa, IL 61350

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceAsk the housing authority about applying for public housing or rental assistance.Apply online
  Call 815-434-0380DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

  LaSalle County Health Department

  717 E Etna Road, Ottawa, IL 61350

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department provides personal and environmental health services to county residents.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get food and nutrition support.
  Call 815-433-3366DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · Regional office

  LaSalle County Legal Self-Help Center

  119 W Madison Street, Room 201, Ottawa, IL 61350

  Help here

  • Court self-helpThe center provides legal information, court forms, and referrals for people handling common legal problems.
  Call 815-434-8671DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in LaSalle County

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