Blackford County
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Local offices in Blackford County
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Public health · State office
Blackford County WIC Program
410 Pilgrim Blvd., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
State office · State office
Blackford County Division of Family Resources
2005 N Walnut St., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Food and health coverage benefitsResidents can get help applying for food assistance and health coverage at the local benefits office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Community & Family Services, Inc.
1015 W Washington St., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Community action servicesThe agency connects eligible residents with help such as utility assistance, food programs, and housing support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on communityandfamilyservices.org
Local office · State office
Indiana 211
Help here
- Help finding local resourcesCall 211 to get connected with local health and human service resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Public health · County office
Blackford County Health Department
506 E Van Cleve St., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and health information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Older adults · Regional office
LifeStream Services
1701 Pilgrim Blvd., Yorktown, IN 47396
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesLifeStream connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers with local support and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lifestreaminc.org
Veterans · County office
Blackford County Veterans Affairs Service Office
110 W Washington St., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceThe county office helps veterans and their families learn about and access available benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on blackfordcounty.com
Emergency help · County office
Blackford County Emergency Management Agency
110 W Washington St., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Emergency preparednessThe county EMA helps residents and responders prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on blackfordcounty.com
Jobs and training · State office
WorkOne Blackford County service locations
Court House Annex, 117 N High St., Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Job search and career helpWorkOne offers job search help and career services at local service locations.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
State office · State office
Hartford City BMV Branch
2007 N Walnut St, Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationVisit the branch for driver license and state identification services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Library · Regional office
Hartford City Public Library
314 N High St, Hartford City, IN 47348
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, and access printing and fax services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Library · Regional office
Montpelier-Harrison Township Public Library
301 S. Main St., Montpelier, IN 47359
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its learning resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mhtpl.lib.in.us
Blackford County, Indiana website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Blackford County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana
6621 N. Old SR 3, Muncie, IN 47303
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Indiana Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Cities and towns in Blackford County
Indiana programs by kind of help
These are run by Indiana 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 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - 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
- Indiana 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