Colstrip
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Local offices in Colstrip
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Older adults · County office
Colstrip Senior Center
303 Willow Ave, Colstrip, MT 59323
Help here
- Meals and senior supportOlder adults can get meals, food assistance, caregiver respite, and help with personal care.
- Medical appointment transportationThe senior center offers scheduled rides to medical appointments in Billings and Miles City.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
Utilities · City office
City of Colstrip Utilities
12 Cherry St, Colstrip, MT 59323
Help here
- Utility billing and paymentsPay a city utility bill or ask the City about utility service and billing.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofcolstrip.com
Local office · City office
City of Colstrip City Hall
12 Cherry St, Colstrip, MT 59323
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for city services, forms, and help with city records.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofcolstrip.com
State office · State office
Colstrip Driver License Station
417 Willow Ave, Colstrip, MT 59323
Help here
- Driver license examsVisit the station for driver license exams and related licensing services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mvdmt.gov
Library · County office
Bicentennial Library of Colstrip
419 Willow Ave, Colstrip, MT 59323
Help here
- Library servicesUse library books, learning programs, computers, and other information resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Colstrip
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
Montana Food Bank Network
5780 Alloy North, Missoula, MT 59808
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
Montana Legal Services Association
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Action for Eastern Montana
120 Colorado Blvd., Glendive, MT 59330
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Rosebud County
Colstrip is in Rosebud County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Public Assistance/Welfare
121 North 11th, Forsyth, MT 59327
Help here
- Public assistanceContact the office for help with public assistance and benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
Older adults · County office
Rosebud County Senior Citizens
1060 Cedar Street, Forsyth, MT 59327
Help here
- Senior meals and food assistanceOlder residents can get group meals and apply for a monthly food package.
- Medical transportationThe center provides scheduled rides to medical appointments in Billings and Miles City.
- Medicare counselingOlder residents can schedule help with Medicare Part D questions.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
Public health · County office
Rosebud County Public Health
281 N 17th, Forsyth, MT 59327
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, health checks, family planning, testing, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Rosebud County Victim Witness Advocate
1251 Main St, Forsyth, MT 59327
Help here
- Crime victim supportVictims can get crisis support, court advocacy, and help understanding their rights.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
State office · State office
Forsyth Driver License Station
1200 Main St, Forsyth, MT 59327
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationVisit by appointment for driver license and identification services.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mvdmt.gov
Library · County office
Rosebud County Library System
201 N 9th Ave, Forsyth, MT 59327
Help here
- Library access and learningBorrow books and media, use public computers and internet, and get help with digital books.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rosebudcountymt.gov
Montana programs by kind of help
These are run by Montana 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
- Montana 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