Watertown
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Local offices in Watertown
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Watertown City Hall
106 Jones Street, Watertown, WI 53094
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- City servicesContact the city for help finding municipal services and city offices.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownwi.gov
Utilities · City office
Watertown Water Department
106 Jones Street, Watertown, WI 53094
Help here
- Water utility billsGet help with your water bill, payment options, and utility account changes.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownwi.gov
Library · City office
Watertown Public Library
100 S. Water Street, Watertown, WI 53094
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, use online resources, or attend programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownpubliclibrary.org
Older adults · City office
Watertown Senior & Community Center
514 S. First Street, Watertown, WI 53094
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- Senior and community programsFind senior activities, community programs, and information about center services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownwi.gov
Housing authority · City office
Watertown Community Development Authority
201 N. Water Street, Watertown, WI 53094
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- Public housingContact the housing authority for information about public housing and applications.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wttnhsg.org
State office · State office
Wisconsin DMV Watertown Service Center
810 West Street, Watertown, WI 53094
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the service center for available driver license and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on trust.dot.state.wi.us
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Wisconsin
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- Community information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with basic needs and other services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wisconsin.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Jefferson County
Watertown is in Jefferson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Jefferson County Human Services Department
1541 Annex Road, Jefferson, WI 53549
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- Human servicesContact the department to find county support and services for people and families.
- Emergency mental health servicesCall the department for help with an urgent mental health need.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountywi.gov
Public health · County office
Jefferson County Health Department
1541 Annex Road, Jefferson, WI 53549
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- Public health servicesContact the department for public health information and services for county residents.
- WICThe department provides WIC nutrition services for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountywi.gov
Older adults · County office
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Jefferson County
1541 Annex Road, Jefferson, WI 53549
Help here
- Aging and disability information and assistanceGet information and help finding services for older adults and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountywi.gov
Veterans · County office
Jefferson County Veterans Service Office
311 S. Center Avenue, Room 207, Jefferson, WI 53549
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for state and federal veterans benefits and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountyvets.org
Child support · County office
Jefferson County Child Support Agency
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing or enforcing child support and setting up income withholding.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountywi.gov
Emergency help · County office
Jefferson County Emergency Management
107 E. Washington Street, Jefferson, WI 53549
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet county information and coordination during emergencies and disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountywi.gov
Wisconsin programs by kind of help
These are run by Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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