Gambier
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Local offices in Gambier
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Utilities · City office
Village of Gambier Administration and Utilities
115 Meadow Lane, Gambier, OH 43022
Help here
- Village administrationContact the village office for help with village services and administration.
- Utility billingGet help with village utility accounts, payments, and billing questions.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofgambier.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Gambier Community Center
115 Meadow Lane, Gambier, OH 43022
Help here
- Community center reservationsAsk the village about reserving community center space for local activities.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofgambier.org
Library · Regional office
Gambier Community Library
115 Meadow Lane, Gambier, OH 43022
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials or ask about library programs and services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on knox.net
Local office · Nonprofit
Ohio 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ohio211.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Knox County
Gambier is in Knox County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Knox County Job & Family Services
117 East High Street, 3rd & 4th Floors, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Public health · County office
Knox Public Health
11660 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can get public health information and services, including immunizations and disease prevention.
- WICWIC provides eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on knoxhealth.com
Emergency help · County office
Knox County Emergency Management Agency
11540 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Emergency preparednessThe agency shares information to help residents prepare for emergencies and disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Veterans · County office
Knox County Veteran Services
105 East Chestnut Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Veterans assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families learn about and apply for benefits and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Housing authority · Regional office
Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
201A West High Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Housing assistanceThe housing authority helps residents find information about affordable housing and housing assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on knoxmha.org
Jobs and training · County office
OhioMeansJobs Knox County
17604 Coshocton Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Job search and career supportJob seekers can use computers, get career guidance, and receive help preparing applications and resumes.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Ohio programs by kind of help
These are run by Ohio 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
- Ohio 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