Sanders County

Local offices in Sanders County

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

• Public health · County office

  Sanders County Public Health

  1111 Main Street W, Thompson Falls, MT 59873

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe county provides immunizations, disease guidance, and other public health services by appointment.
  • WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
  Call 406-827-6931DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.sanders.mt.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Sanders County Emergency Management

  1111 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseThe office shares emergency information and coordinates local response and recovery during major emergencies.
  Call 406-827-6955DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.sanders.mt.us

• Library · County office

  Sanders County Bookmobile

  Help here

  • Bookmobile library serviceThe county bookmobile brings library materials to residents in rural areas.
  Call 406-274-6490Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.sanders.mt.us

• Older adults · Regional office

  Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging

  110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Aging information and assistanceOlder adults can get help finding local services and Medicare and Medicaid information.
  Call 406-872-2277DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceThe agency serves Sanders County residents with community action programs and referrals.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on capnm.net

• State office · State office

  Thompson Falls Driver License Station

  1111 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873

  Help here

  • Driver licensingResidents can visit this station for driver license services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mvdmt.gov

• State office · State office

  Montana Department of Revenue Thompson Falls Field Office

  223 W Main Street, Suite A, Thompson Falls, MT 59873

  Help here

  • Property assessment helpResidents can get help with property assessment questions at the field office.
  Call 406-382-3069DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on revenue.mt.gov

Sanders County, Montana website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Sanders County

• Hot Springsnot checked yet
• Plains
• Thompson Falls

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