Penitas
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Local offices in Penitas
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Peñitas City Hall
1111 S. Main St., Peñitas, TX 78576
Help here
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpenitas.com
Library · City office
Peñitas Public Library
1111 S. Main St., Peñitas, TX 78576
Help here
- Library materials and computer servicesBorrow books and other materials or use the library’s computer services.
- Library cardHidalgo County residents can apply for a free library card at the library.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpenitas.com
Utilities · City office
Peñitas Public Works
1111 S. Main St., Peñitas, TX 78576
Help here
- Wastewater and sewer concernsContact Public Works about sewer problems and wastewater service concerns.
- City maintenance and recyclingReport city street, drainage, or sign problems and find information about city recycling.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpenitas.com
Utilities · City office
Peñitas Citizens Collection Station
1129 Military Rd., Peñitas, TX
Help here
- Household waste drop-offResidents can drop off household trash, bulk waste, brush, yard waste, and scrap metal under the station’s rules and fees.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpenitas.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Hidalgo County
Penitas is in Hidalgo County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Hidalgo County Health & Human Services, Human Services Division
1304 S 25th Ave, Edinburg, TX 78542
Help here
- Health care assistanceEligible residents can apply for county health care assistance and get help finding community resources.Apply online
- Funeral assistanceEligible families can ask for help with basic burial or cremation costs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hchd.org
Public health · County office
Hidalgo County Health & Human Services, Edinburg Health Clinic
3105 E Richardson Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesResidents can get immunizations, tuberculosis services, prenatal care, family planning, screenings, and other preventive care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hchd.org
Public health · County office
Hidalgo County WIC Program
3105 W University Drive, Edinburg, TX 78539
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children under five can get healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hidalgocounty.us
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of the County of Hidalgo
1800 N Texas Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596
Help here
- Affordable housingLow-income families and individuals can seek safe, affordable housing assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hidalgocounty.us
Veterans · County office
Hidalgo County Veterans Service Office
10213 N 10th St, Suite A, McAllen, TX 78504
Help here
- Veterans benefits claims assistanceVeterans, dependents, and survivors can get help preparing and filing claims for federal and Texas benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hidalgocounty.us
Emergency help · County office
Hidalgo County Emergency Management
123 W Mahl, Edinburg, TX 78539
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationResidents can get information to prepare for and respond to disasters and other emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hidalgocounty.us
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