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Local offices in Early
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Courts and legal help · City office
Early Municipal Court
960 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802
Help here
- Municipal courtAppear in court or contact the clerk about a city court case or fine.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on earlytx.net
Local office · City office
City of Early City Hall
960 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802
Help here
- City administrationVisit City Hall to ask questions, raise a concern, request city records, or get copies and notary services.
- Utility billingStart, transfer, or disconnect water, sewer, or sanitation service and ask about your city bill.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on earlytx.net
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions West Central Texas, Brownwood Workforce Center
301 Main St, Suite 121, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- Workforce servicesVisit the Brownwood center for local job and workforce services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on workforcesystem.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Early Parks and Recreation
109 Kelcy Way, Early, TX 76802
Help here
- Town Center ParkUse the Town Center park's walking trails, fishing piers, lake, and batting cages.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on earlytx.net
City of Early official website website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Early
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of West Central Texas
5505 N. First, Abilene, TX 79603
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Cornerstone Community Action Agency
114 Needham Street, Coleman, TX 76834-5030
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Brown County
Early is in Brown County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · Regional office
Brownwood WIC Program
305 Booker Street, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- WIC nutrition and food benefitsGet nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brownwoodtexas.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Central Texas Opportunities, Inc.
1500 Dublin Street, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- Utility and housing assistanceAsk about help with utility costs and housing programs for eligible residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ctoinc.org
Public health · Regional office
Brownwood-Brown County Health Department
305 Booker Street, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- Clinical public health servicesGet immunizations, testing, and other preventive health services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brownwoodtexas.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Center for Life Resources
408 Mulberry, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health and substance use support for people in Brown County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cflr.us
Veterans · County office
Brown County Veteran Services Office
1600 Burnett Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- Veteran benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on browncountytx.gov
Emergency help · County office
Brown County Office of Emergency Management
200 S Broadway, Suite 111, Brownwood, TX 76801
Help here
- Emergency alerts and preparednessSign up for county alerts and get information about emergency preparedness.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on browncountytx.gov
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas 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
- 2-1-1 Texas
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