Carson
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Local offices in Carson
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Carson City Hall
201 N. Carson Street, Carson City, NV 89701
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- City information and helpContact City Hall for general information about city services and offices.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
Local office · City office
Carson City Connect
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- Report an issue or request a city serviceUse Carson City Connect to report a problem or request a city service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
Utilities · City office
Carson City Public Works Utility Billing
3505 Butti Way, Carson City, NV 89701
Help here
- Water and sewer bills and serviceContact Utility Billing to start water or sewer service, ask about a bill, or pay a utility bill.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
Library · City office
Carson City Library
900 N. Roop Street, Carson City, NV 89701
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- Library servicesVisit the library to use its collections, programs, and public services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncitylibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space
3303 Butti Way, Suite 9, Carson City, NV 89701
Help here
- Recreation programs and activitiesFind and register for city recreation programs, activities, and classes.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
Older adults · City office
Carson City Senior Center
911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, NV 89706
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- Senior services and programsOlder adults can contact the Senior Center about its services, activities, and programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncityseniorcenter.org
State office · State office
Nevada Division of Social Services Carson City District Office
2533 N. Carson Street, Suite 200, Carson City, NV 89706
Help here
- Public assistance benefitsVisit or contact this state office for help with public assistance benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on prod.dss.nv.gov
State office · State office
Nevada DMV Carson City Office
555 Wright Way, Carson City, NV 89711
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationVisit the DMV for driver license and identification services; appointments are required.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nv.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Carson City
Carson is in Carson City. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Carson City Health and Human Services
900 E. Long Street, Carson City, NV 89706
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- Public health and clinical servicesGet immunizations, family planning, testing, and other public health services.
- Housing and homelessness assistanceAsk about housing help, homelessness prevention, shelter, and housing referrals.
- WICApply for nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
- Workforce servicesGet help with job searches, resumes, training referrals, and work-related costs.
- Indigent servicesAsk about medical and other assistance for eligible residents with low incomes.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
First Judicial District Court and Carson City Justice and Municipal Court
885 E. Musser Street, Carson City, NV 89701
Help here
- Court self-help formsFind court forms and information to help with common legal filings.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
Emergency help · County office
Carson City Emergency Management
777 S. Stewart Street, Carson City, NV 89701
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and recovery informationGet information to prepare for emergencies and find local response and recovery resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov
State office · State office
Carson City District Office, Division of Welfare and Supportive Services
2533 N. Carson Street, Suite 200, Carson City, NV 89706
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for or get help with Nevada public benefits, including food assistance.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dwss.nv.gov
State office · State office
Carson City DMV
555 Wright Way, Carson City, NV 89711
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for driver licensing and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nv.gov
Child support · State office
Nevada Child Support, Northern Offices
300 E. 2nd Street, Suite 1200, Reno, NV 89501
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services; Carson City residents are served by the Reno office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.nv.gov
Nevada programs by kind of help
These are run by Nevada 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 - 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
- Nevada 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.
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