Quincy

Local offices in Quincy

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, Quincy office

  300 Maine St, 2nd Floor, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Cash, food, and medical assistanceVisit the local DHS office for help with applications for cash, food, and medical assistance.Apply online
  Call 217-223-0550DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Central Services

  2020 Jennifer Road, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Garbage, recycling, and yard wasteContact Central Services about city garbage collection, recycling, yard waste, and forestry services.
  Call 217-228-4520DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Department of Utilities

  730 Maine St, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billingVisit or call the Utilities office to pay a water or sewer bill or manage service for your home.
  Call 217-228-4580DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Illinois workNet Center, Quincy

  107 N 3rd St, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesVisit the center for job search, career, and employment services.
  Call 217-849-8205DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on apps.illinoisworknet.com

• State office · State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Quincy

  2512 Locust St, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Driver and state identification servicesVisit the facility for driver services and state identification services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Quincy Public Library

  526 Jersey St, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsVisit the library to borrow materials and take part in learning, cultural, and recreation programs.Read more
  Call 217-223-1309DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City Hall and City Departments

  730 Maine St, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • City service informationCall City Hall to ask which city department can help with your question.
  Call 217-228-4500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · Regional office

  Quincy Park District

  1231 Bonansinga Drive, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsRegister for recreation activities and find information about parks, pools, trails, and other facilities.Apply online
  Call 217-223-7703DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Quincy, Illinois website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Quincy

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

Offices for all of Adams County

Quincy is in Adams County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · County office

  Adams County Circuit Clerk, Child Support

  507 Vermont Street, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Child support payments and case helpContact the Circuit Clerk about child support payments and court case records.
  Call 217-277-2102DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services Family Community Resource Center in Adams County

  300 Maine Street, 2nd Floor, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Apply for state benefitsApply for or get help with state health coverage, food assistance, and cash benefits.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 217-223-0550DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Adams County Health Department

  330 Vermont Street, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet county public health services, including clinic care and health information.
  • WICApply for nutrition support and services for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 217-222-8440DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way of Adams County Help Line

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall for free, confidential referrals to local services and support.
  Call 217-224-1223Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  West Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  639 York Street, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Information and help for older adultsGet information about services and programs for older adults and their caregivers.
  Call 217-223-5700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Veterans Assistance Commission of Adams County

  3701 East Lake Center Drive, Suite 3, Quincy, IL 62305

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits and finding other services for veterans and their families.
  Call 217-515-2822DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Adams 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