Taos

Local offices in Taos

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

• Local office · City office

  Taos City Hall

  5101 Helias Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101

  Help here

  • City services and questionsContact the city clerk for help with city records and local government questions.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Taos website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Offices for all of Cole County

Taos is in Cole County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Cole County Health Department

  3400 W Truman Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department provides public health services and information for Cole County residents.
  Call 573-636-2181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Cole County WIC

  3400 W Truman Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceWIC helps eligible women, infants, and children with nutrition support.
  Call 573-636-2181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Cole County Emergency Management Agency

  1736 Southridge Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109

  Help here

  • Disaster preparednessThe agency helps protect residents and property during major natural and other disasters.
  Call 573-634-9127DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Jefferson City Regional Child Support Unit

  Help here

  • Child support establishment and enforcementThe unit handles paternity and support cases referred by Missouri's Family Support Division.Apply online
  Call 573-634-9180Website

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

• Library · Regional office

  Missouri River Regional Library

  214 Adams Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents of Cole County can get a library card and use library materials and services.Read more
  Call 573-634-2464DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Aging Best

  1121 Business Loop 70 East, Suite 2A, Columbia, MO 65201

  Help here

  • Older adult and caregiver supportThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with care coordination, meals, transportation, and benefits help.
  Call 573-443-5823DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Cole County

Missouri programs by kind of help

These are run by Missouri 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