Springfield
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Local offices in Springfield
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
City of Springfield Utility Billing Division
76 E High St, Springfield, OH 45502
Help here
- Water, sewer and stormwater billingGet help with bills and accounts for city water, sewer and stormwater service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on springfieldohio.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Springfield Housing Authority
200 N 11th St, Springfield, OH 45503
Help here
- Affordable public housingApply in person for available affordable housing.
- Housing Choice VouchersAsk about special voucher programs because the general waiting list is closed.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on springfieldhousingauthority.org
Library · Regional office
Clark County Public Library
201 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45506
Help here
- Library services and programsGet a library card, borrow materials, use online resources and take part in library programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ccplohio.org
Parks and recreation · Regional office
National Trail Parks & Recreation District
1301 Mitchell Blvd, Springfield, OH 45503
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind and register for sports, recreation, cultural and nature programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ntprd.org
State office · State office
Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Springfield West Deputy Registrar
1109 N Bechtle Ave, Springfield, OH 45504
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the deputy registrar office for available Ohio driver license and vehicle registration services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bmv.ohio.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
United Way of Clark, Champaign and Madison Counties 211
120 S Center St, 2nd Floor, Springfield, OH 45502
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for basic needs and other services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on uwccmc.org
City of Springfield, Ohio website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Clark County
Springfield is in Clark County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Clark County Department of Job and Family Services
1345 Lagonda Avenue, Springfield, OH 45503
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for or get help with public benefits through the county benefits office.Apply online
- Child supportGet help starting, enforcing, changing, or receiving child support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clarkcountyohiodjfs.gov
Public health · County office
Clark County Health Department
529 East Home Road, Springfield, OH 45503
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health services such as vaccinations, health records, and environmental health help.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ccchd.com
Public health · County office
Clark County Health Department WIC
2685 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505
Help here
- WICEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition help, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ccchd.com
Housing authority · Regional office
Springfield Metropolitan Housing Authority
2026 West Main Street, Springfield, OH 45504
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing or learn about rental assistance programs serving Clark County.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on smhaohio.gov
Veterans · County office
Clark County Veterans Service Commission
Help here
- Veterans assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for available benefits.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on veteransofclarkcountyohio.com
Emergency help · County office
Clark County Emergency Management
3130 East National Road, Springfield, OH 45505
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet information about preparing for emergencies and county emergency response.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clarkcountyohio.gov
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
- United Way of Clark, Champaign and Madison Counties 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