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Local offices in Tool
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Tool City Hall
701 N. Tool Drive, Tool, TX 75143
Help here
- City services and resident requestsContact City Hall with questions about city services, public records, street repairs, or drainage concerns.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tooltexas.org
Utilities · City office
Tool Water Department and Utility Information
Help here
- Water account and bill helpContact the Water Department to set up an account, pay a water bill, or report a leak.
- Trash service informationFind the contact for setting up trash service, paying a bill, or checking pickup schedules.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tooltexas.org
Courts and legal help · City office
Tool Municipal Court
701 N. Tool Drive, Tool, TX 75143
Help here
- Tickets and municipal casesThe court handles city and state violations punishable by a fine and accepts fine payments.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tooltexas.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Oran White Civic Center
701 N. Tool Drive, Tool, TX 75143
Help here
- Community facility rentalResidents can ask the city about reserving the civic center for a group or community event.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tooltexas.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Henderson County
Tool is in Henderson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Henderson County Indigent Health
125 N Prairieville, Room 100, Athens, TX 75751
Help here
- County Indigent Health Care ProgramApply for health care assistance through the county program.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henderson-county.com
Emergency help · County office
Henderson County Office of Emergency Management
125 N Prairieville Street, Athens, TX 75751
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet county information about preparing for and responding to emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henderson-county.com
Veterans · County office
Henderson County Veterans Services
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for federal and state veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henderson-county.com
State office · State office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Athens Office
101 W Baker Street, Athens, TX 75751
Help here
- State health and human services benefitsVisit the local state office for help with health and human services benefits.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.texas.gov
Public health · State office
Texas Department of State Health Services, Athens
101 W Baker St, Athens, TX 75751
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesContact the Athens public health office about its clinical services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.texas.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions East Texas, Athens
205 N Murchison, Suite 101, Athens, TX 75751-2110
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesGet help finding work, preparing for a job, and accessing employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on twc.texas.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 877-541-7905 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988