Cherryvale

Local offices in Cherryvale

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing authority · City office

  Cherryvale Housing Authority

  621 W. 4th, Cherryvale, KS 67335

  Help here

  • Public housingAsk about housing for seniors and people with disabilities, with rent based on income.
  Call 620-336-3939DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cherryvaleusa.com

• Local office · City office

  Cherryvale City Hall

  123 W Main Street, Cherryvale, KS 67335

  Help here

  • Utility billing and paymentsGet help with utility bills, pay fees, or ask about starting city utility service.Read more
  • Community center and park building reservationsCall City Hall to ask about reserving the community center or Logan Park building.Read more
  Call 620-336-2776DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cherryvaleusa.com

• Local office · Regional office

  Kansas 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with basic needs and other services.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211kansas.myresourcedirectory.com

• Library · City office

  Cherryvale Public Library

  329 E. Main, Cherryvale, KS 67335

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its reading and learning resources.
  Call 620-336-3460DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cherryvalelibrary.org

City of Cherryvale website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Cherryvale

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Montgomery County

Cherryvale is in Montgomery County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Kansas Department for Children and Families, Montgomery County Office

  2219 W Laurel St, Independence, KS 67301

  Help here

  • Food, cash, child care, and utility assistanceApply for food, cash, child care, and utility help through Kansas DCF.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and arranging an appointment with a representative.Read more
  Call 620-331-0350DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.ks.gov

• Public health · County office

  Montgomery County Health Department

  604 S Union St, Coffeyville, KS 67337

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health care and education from the county health department.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 620-251-4210DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mgcountyks.org

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Four County Mental Health Center, Independence Main Office

  3354 Hwy 160, Independence, KS 67301

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health and substance use care, including help finding a same-day walk-in appointment.
  • Crisis supportCall the crisis line for urgent mental health support in Montgomery County.
  Call 620-331-1748DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fourcounty.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging

  1 W Ash, Chanute, KS 66720

  Help here

  • Older adult and caregiver supportGet help finding meals, in-home care, respite, Medicare counseling, and other support for older adults.
  Call 620-431-2980DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sekaaa.com

• Emergency help · County office

  Montgomery County Emergency Management

  217 E Myrtle St, 2nd Floor, Independence, KS 67301

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for emergencies and how the county coordinates disaster response.
  Call 620-330-1260DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mgcountyks.org

• Library · Regional office

  Southeast Kansas Library System

  218 E Madison Ave, Iola, KS 66749

  Help here

  • Library system supportThe system supports local libraries with shared resources, technology help, and services such as Talking Books.
  Call 620-365-5136DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sekls.org

Everything in Montgomery County

Kansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Kansas 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