Third Lake
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Local offices in Third Lake
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Village Hall
87 N Lake Ave, Third Lake, IL 60030
Help here
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on thirdlakevillage.com
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Lake County
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 211 or text your ZIP code to 898211 to find help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211lake.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Lake County
Third Lake is in Lake County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center
3010 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
Help here
- Public health and health careGet health care, immunizations, and help with health and community services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyil.gov
Public health · County office
Lake County WIC
2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan, IL 60085
Help here
- Women, Infants and Children nutrition assistanceEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition help, and health care referrals.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyil.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Lake County Health Department Behavioral Health Services
3010 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
Help here
- Behavioral health careResidents can get counseling and other mental health services for emotional and substance use concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyil.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Crisis Care Program
3002 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
Help here
- 24-hour mental health crisis supportPeople in a mental health crisis can get phone or walk-in crisis support and short-term respite care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyil.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Lake County Housing Authority
33928 North Route 45, Grayslake, IL 60030
Help here
- Housing assistanceEligible households can apply for public housing and housing choice vouchers when waiting lists are open.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyha.org
Veterans · County office
Lake County Veterans Assistance Commission
1790 Nations Drive, Suite 221, Gurnee, IL 60031
Help here
- Veterans benefits and emergency assistanceVeterans and eligible family members can get help with benefits claims, job coaching, and emergency financial aid.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyil.gov
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
- 211 Lake County
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