Pecos County
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Local offices in Pecos County
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Emergency help · County office
Pecos County Emergency Management
1774 N. Hwy 285, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for emergencies and coordinating a county response.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pecos.tx.us
Veterans · County office
Pecos County Veterans Service Officer
103 W. Callahan St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pecos.tx.us
Library · City office
Fort Stockton Public Library
500 N. Water St., Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use its collections and public services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on fort-stockton.lib.tx.us
Public health · County office
Pecos County Health and Sanitation
Help here
- On-site sewage permitsGet information about the county permit required for an on-site sewage facility.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pecos.tx.us
Local office · County office
Pecos County Tax Office
200 S. Nelson St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Vehicle title and registrationGet help with vehicle titles, registration, and related services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on txdmv.gov
State office · State office
Texas Department of Public Safety, Fort Stockton
2302 W. Dickinson Blvd, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Driver licensingVisit the local DPS office for driver license services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.texas.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions Permian Basin, Fort Stockton
461 S. Hwy 285, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Job and training helpGet help finding work, training, and employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcepb.org
Older adults · Regional office
Permian Basin Area Agency on Aging
2910 LaForce Boulevard, Midland, TX 79711
Help here
- Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can call for help finding services and support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaapb.com
Community action · Nonprofit
Pecos County Community Action Agency
101 S. Jackson St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Help here
- Utility bill assistanceAsk about help with home energy costs and utility bills.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hrc-ic.tdhca.state.tx.us
Public health · Nonprofit
Fort Stockton WIC
461 S. Hwy 285, Suite 103, Fort Stockton, TX
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant or breastfeeding people and families with young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on spcaawic.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Pecos County
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