Wellington
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Local offices in Wellington
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Village Hall
115 Willard Memorial Square, Wellington, OH 44090
Help here
- Village government servicesContact the village about local government services and resident questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofwellington.com
Utilities · City office
Utilities Department
115 Willard Memorial Square, Wellington, OH 44090
Help here
- Utility service and billingSet up village electric, water, wastewater, and refuse service, ask billing questions, or pay a utility bill.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofwellington.com
Library · Regional office
Herrick Memorial Library
101 Willard Memorial Square, Wellington, OH 44090
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, use public computers, or find research help and programs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on herrickliboh.org
Older adults · City office
Wellington Office on Aging
115 Willard Memorial Square, Wellington, OH 44090
Help here
- Senior support and activitiesResidents age 60 and older can ask about meals, transportation, health programs, fitness, and social activities.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofwellington.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Lorain County
Wellington is in Lorain County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Lorain County Department of Job and Family Services
42485 North Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Help here
- Cash, food, and medical assistanceApply for cash, food, and medical help or ask about your benefits.Apply online
- Child care assistanceGet help paying for child care while you work, train, or attend school.
- Child supportGet help with child support services and questions about your case.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lcdjfs.com
Public health · Regional office
Lorain County Public Health
9880 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Help here
- Public health servicesGet help with public health services, health information, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on loraincountyhealth.com
Public health · Regional office
Lorain County Public Health WIC
9880 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on loraincountyhealth.com
Housing authority · Regional office
Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority
1600 Kansas Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the housing authority about housing programs and assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lmha.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Lorain County Mental Health, Addiction and Recovery Services Board
1165 North Ridge Road East, Lorain, OH 44055
Help here
- Behavioral health and recovery servicesFind local mental health and addiction treatment and recovery services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on loraincountyohio.gov
Veterans · County office
Lorain County Veterans Service Commission
1230 North Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Help here
- Veterans benefits and claimsGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
- Veterans transportationArrange transportation to medical appointments.
- Veterans financial assistanceAsk about emergency financial help for eligible veterans and their families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on loraincountyveterans.com
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 Greater Lorain County 2-1-1
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