Jefferson
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Local offices in Jefferson
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Local office · City office
Jefferson City Hall
150 N. 2nd St., Jefferson, OR 97352
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services and general questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on jeffersonoregon.org
Utilities · City office
City of Jefferson Utility Billing
150 N. 2nd St., Jefferson, OR 97352
Help here
- Water and utility billingStart or stop water service, pay a bill, or ask about a billing issue.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on jeffersonoregon.org
Courts and legal help · City office
Jefferson Municipal Court
150 N. 2nd St., Jefferson, OR 97352
Help here
- Municipal courtGet information about city traffic cases, court dates, and fine payments.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on jeffersonoregon.org
Library · Regional office
Jefferson Public Library
150 N. 2nd St., Suite B, Jefferson, OR 97352
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other items, use library computers, or get help finding materials.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on jeffersonpubliclibrary.org
Local office · Nonprofit
211info
Help here
- Local resource referralsCall 211info to find local help with food, housing, health care, child care, utilities, jobs, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211info.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Marion County
Jefferson is in Marion County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Marion County Health & Human Services
3180 Center Street NE, Salem, OR 97301
Help here
- Public healthGet public health services, health information, and referrals from the county department.
- Behavioral healthContact the county for adult or children’s behavioral health and addiction treatment services.
- Developmental disability servicesGet help with county intellectual and developmental disability services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.marion.or.us
Public health · County office
Marion County WIC
3160 Center Street NE, Salem, OR 97301
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible families can get food benefits, nutrition guidance, breastfeeding support, and health referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.marion.or.us
Housing authority · County office
Marion County Housing and Residential Programs
3180 Center Street NE, Suite 2274, Salem, OR 97301
Help here
- Housing navigation and supportGet help finding and keeping stable housing, including housing navigation, subsidies, and case management.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.marion.or.us
Housing authority · County office
Marion County Housing Authority
2645 Portland Road NE, Suite 200, Salem, OR 97301
Help here
- Housing applicationsAsk about housing authority properties and apply for available housing.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.marion.or.us
Veterans · County office
Marion County Veterans Service Office
780 Commercial Street SE, Suite 302, Salem, OR 97301
Help here
- Veterans claims assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help with claims and benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oregon.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Marion County Law Library
100 High Street NE, Basement B181, Salem, OR 97301
Help here
- Legal information and researchUse legal reference materials and get help finding legal information and court forms.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.marion.or.us
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
Talk to a person
- 211info
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