Santa Fe County

Local offices in Santa Fe County

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

• State office

  Santa Fe Southside WIC Office

  2538 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible families can apply for nutrition support for pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 505-476-2602DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmwic.org

• Housing help · County office

  Santa Fe County Housing Authority

  52 Camino de Jacobo, Santa Fe, NM 87507

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceThe Housing Authority provides public housing and rental assistance programs for eligible households.Apply online
  Call 505-992-3060DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santafecountynm.gov

• Human services · County office

  Santa Fe County Community Services Department

  240 Grant Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501

  Help here

  • Community health and social service connectionsCONNECT navigators help residents find food, housing, transportation, and other health and social services.Read more
  • Behavioral health crisis supportThe department connects residents to behavioral health crisis and treatment services.
  • Senior servicesOlder adults can ask about meals, senior center programs, and transportation.Read more
  Call 505-992-9849DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santafecountynm.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Non-Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging

  644 Don Gaspar Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87505

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsThe Area Agency on Aging helps older adults and caregivers find services and support.
  Call 505-395-2668DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmaging.state.nm.us

• State office

  New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services, Santa Fe State Benefits Office

  407 Galisteo St., Room 134, Santa Fe, NM 87501

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with state veterans’ benefits.
  Call 505-383-2400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmdvs.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsResidents can find emergency preparedness information and sign up for county emergency alerts.
  Call 505-428-3101Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santafecountynm.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Santa Fe New Mexico Workforce Connection

  525 Camino de los Marquez, Santa Fe, NM 87505

  Help here

  • Employment and job search helpResidents can get help finding work and accessing workforce services.
  Call 505-355-1758DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dws.state.nm.us

• State office

  Santa Fe Motor Vehicle Division Office

  2546 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507

  Help here

  • Motor vehicle servicesResidents can visit this office for driver and motor vehicle services.
  Call 888-683-4636DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mvd.newmexico.gov

Santa Fe County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Santa Fe County

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

Cities and towns in Santa Fe County

• Edgewood
• Santa Fe

New Mexico programs by kind of help

These are run by New Mexico 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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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