Munster
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Local offices in Munster
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Munster Town Hall
1005 Ridge Road, Munster, IN 46321
Help here
- Town government servicesContact Town Hall for help with town services, officials, and public meetings.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on munster.org
Utilities · City office
Munster Water Billing
1005 Ridge Road, Munster, IN 46321
Help here
- Water and utility billsPay a water bill, ask about charges, or start or stop utility service.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Library · Regional office
Lake County Public Library, Munster Branch
8701 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN 46321
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers, and attend programs for all ages.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lcplin.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Munster Parks and Recreation
8751 Lions Club Drive, Munster, IN 46321
Help here
- Senior recreation programsAsk about senior group activities and recreation programs.
- Social Center rentalsAsk about reserving the Social Center for a community or family gathering.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on munster.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Lake County
Munster is in Lake County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Lake County Health Department
2900 W. 93rd Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307
Help here
- Public health clinicGet vaccinations, STI and blood testing, and other preventive health services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyin.gov
Veterans · County office
Lake County Veterans Service Office
2293 N. Main St., Building A, Room 100, Crown Point, IN 46307
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans, survivor, and burial benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyin.gov
Emergency help · County office
Lake County Emergency Management & Homeland Security
2900 W. 93rd Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet local information about preparing for disasters and emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyin.gov
Child support · County office
Lake County Clerk Child Support
3000 W. 93rd Ave., Room 1160, Crown Point, IN 46307
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support payments and payment records.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyin.gov
Library · Regional office
Lake County Public Library
1919 W. 81st Ave., Merrillville, IN 46410
Help here
- Library servicesUse library books, computers, online materials, and learning programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lcplin.org
Older adults · Regional office
CoAction Area Agency on Aging
5240 Fountain Drive, Crown Point, IN 46307
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet help finding care, benefits, meals, and other services for older adults and people with disabilities.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coaction.care
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 866-211-9966 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988