Washington County
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Local offices in Washington County
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Public health · County office
Washington County Health Department
177 S. Washington St., Nashville, IL 62263
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, maternal and child health support, and help with environmental health concerns.
- WICGet nutrition support and related services for eligible women, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonco.illinois.gov
Emergency help · County office
Washington County Emergency Management & Office of Homeland Security
125 W. St. Louis St., Nashville, IL 62263
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about local disaster planning, response, and recovery.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonco.illinois.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Washington County Community Counseling Program
781 East Holzhauer Drive, Nashville, IL 62263-0273
Help here
- Mental health servicesContact the county mental health service provider for information about mental health care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov
Child support · State office
Illinois Division of Child Support Services, Marion Regional Office
3419 Professional Park Drive, Marion, IL 62959
Help here
- Child support servicesThe regional office serves Perry County and helps parents establish, modify, and enforce child support orders.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov
State office · State office
Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Nashville
480 N. Kaskaskia Street, Nashville, IL 62263
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver’s license or state ID and handle many vehicle title and registration services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on apps.ilsos.gov
Older adults · Regional office
AgeSmart Community Resources
7 Bronze Pointe S, Suite B, Swansea, IL 62226
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportAgeSmart connects older adults and caregivers in Bond County with information, options counseling, and respite support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agesmart.org
Community action · Nonprofit
BCMW Community Services
909 E. Rexford, Centralia, IL
Help here
- Community servicesContact the community action agency about assistance and services for residents facing economic need.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bcmwcommunityservices.org
Library · Regional office
Nashville Public Library
219 E. Elm St., Nashville, IL 62263
Help here
- Library materials and public computersVisit the library to borrow books and use public computers and other library services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nashvillepl.com
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Illinois
Help here
- 211 help and referralsCall 211 or text your ZIP code to 898211 to find local help with basic needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org
Washington County, Illinois website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Washington 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
- 211 Illinois
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