Banks

Local offices in Banks

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

• Utilities · City office

  Banks City Hall

  13680 NW Main Street, Banks, OR 97106

  Help here

  • Water utility billingPay your city water bill or ask about water service and billing.Read more
  Call 503-324-5112DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofbanks.org

• Library · City office

  Banks Public Library

  42461 NW Market Street, Banks, OR 97106

  Help here

  • Library materials and public accessBorrow books and other materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, and attend library programs.
  Call 503-324-1382DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofbanks.org

City of Banks website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Banks

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

Offices for all of Washington County

Banks is in Washington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Washington County Public Health and WIC

  Public Services Annex, 254 N First Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124

  Help here

  • WICApply for food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support for eligible families.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 503-846-3555DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyor.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  Department of Housing Services and Housing Authority of Washington County

  161 NW Adams Avenue, Suite 2000, Hillsboro, OR 97124

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceFind information about rent assistance, housing waitlists, shelter, and homelessness services.Apply online
  Call 503-846-4794DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyor.gov

• Human services · County office

  Health and Human Services

  Help here

  • Health and human servicesFind county health, behavioral health, aging, disability, and family support programs.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyor.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Behavioral Health

  5250 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite 700, Hillsboro, OR 97124

  Help here

  • Mental health and addiction supportGet connected to mental health and addiction services, care coordination, and crisis help.
  Call 503-846-4528DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyor.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Washington County Law Library

  111 NE Lincoln Street, Suite 250-L, Hillsboro, OR 97124

  Help here

  • Legal information and researchUse legal information, forms, and research help for your legal questions.
  Call 503-846-8880DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyor.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Disability, Aging and Veteran Services

  5240 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite 300, Hillsboro, OR 97124

  Help here

  • Veteran benefits helpGet free help applying for veterans benefits and finding services for you and your family.
  • Aging and disability supportGet help finding aging, disability, caregiver, Medicare, and in-home support services.
  Call 503-846-3060DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyor.gov

Everything in Washington County

Oregon programs by kind of help

These are run by Oregon 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