Stephenson County
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Local offices in Stephenson County
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Public health · County office
Stephenson County Health Department
10 W. Linden Street, Freeport, IL 61032
Help here
- Public health and family servicesGet public health services, family support, health education, and vital records help.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.stephenson.il.us
Veterans · County office
Stephenson County Veterans Assistance Commission
10 N. Galena Avenue, Suite 120, Freeport, IL 61032
Help here
- Veterans benefits and assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with benefits, claims, and urgent needs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on stephensoncountyil.gov
State office · State office
Illinois Department of Human Services, Jo Daviess and Stephenson County Office
1840 S. West Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032
Help here
- Apply for food and cash assistance and medical benefitsApply for SNAP, cash assistance, and medical benefits at the local state office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us
Child support · State office
Illinois Division of Child Support Services, Rockford Regional Office
175 Executive Parkway, Suite 107, Rockford, IL 61107
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support cases and payments for families in Stephenson County.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Senior Resource Center
206 E. Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get information, meals, and help finding services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on seniorresourcecenter.net
Community action · Nonprofit
Northwestern Illinois Community Action Agency
27 S. State Avenue, Suite 102, Freeport, IL 61032
Help here
- Utility and energy assistanceEligible households can apply for help with heating, electric, and water costs.Apply online
- Housing assistanceEligible households at risk of losing housing can ask for rent, mortgage, or utility help.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nicaa.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
The Workforce Connection Career Center
307 W. Main Street, Freeport, IL
Help here
- Job search and training helpGet help finding jobs, preparing a resume, and enrolling in job training services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on theworkforceconnection.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Housing Authority of Freeport and Stephenson County
Help here
- Public housing and housing assistanceAsk about public housing and housing assistance for eligible residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on freeporthousing.org
Courts and legal help · Regional office
Stephenson County Legal Self-Help Center
Stephenson County Courthouse, 15 N. Galena Avenue, 2nd Floor, Freeport, IL 61032
Help here
- Legal self-help informationGet legal information, court forms, and referrals to free or low-cost legal help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on illinoislegalaid.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Stephenson 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
Talk to a person
- Illinois 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988