Josephine County

Local offices in Josephine County

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

• Public health · County office

  Josephine County WIC

  715 NW Dimmick St, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Women, Infants and Children (WIC)WIC helps eligible families with young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 541-474-5333DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Oregon Department of Human Services, Grants Pass

  2101 NW Hawthorne Ave, Suite B, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Food and cash benefitsVisit the office for help with food, cash, child care, and domestic violence assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 541-474-3101DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Josephine Housing and Community Development Council

  1205 NE 7th St, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceAsk about rental assistance and affordable housing programs.
  Call 541-479-5529DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jhcdc.net

• Public health · County office

  Josephine County Public Health

  715 NW Dimmick St, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet county public health information and services.
  Call 541-474-5325DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Josephine County Circuit Court Family Court Facilitator

  301 NW F St, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Family law court helpGet information about court forms and procedures for family law cases.Read more
  Call 541-476-2309DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.oregon.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Rogue Valley Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging

  155 N 1st St, Central Point, OR 97502

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about local support and services.
  Call 541-664-6674DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rvcog.org

• Veterans · County office

  Josephine County Veterans Service Office

  500 NW 6th St, Room 15, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 541-474-5454DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Josephine County Emergency Management

  500 NW 6th St, Dept. 6, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information about local emergency alerts and preparing for disasters.
  Call 541-474-5300DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services, Grants Pass

  162 NE Beacon Dr, Suite 127, Grants Pass, OR 97526

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver license, identification card, and vehicle title or registration services.
  Call 541-474-3179DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Josephine Community Library District

  Help here

  • Library servicesFind books, learning resources, and other library services for district residents.
  Call 541-476-0571Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on josephinelibrary.org

Josephine County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Josephine County

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

Cities and towns in Josephine County

• Cave Junction
• Grants Pass

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