Little River County

Local offices in Little River County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  Arkansas Department of Human Services, Little River County Office

  90 Waddell St., Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • Public assistanceVisit the county office for help with available Arkansas Department of Human Services programs.
  Call 870-898-5155DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Little River County Housing Authority

  251 Federal St., Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceContact the housing authority about low-rent housing and Housing Choice Vouchers.
  Call 870-898-2107DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littleriverhousing.org

• Public health · State office

  Arkansas Department of Health, Little River County Health Unit

  150 Keller St., Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the county health unit for local public health services and appointments.
  • WICAsk the health unit about WIC food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Read more
  Call 870-898-3831DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on healthy.arkansas.gov

• Local office · County office

  Little River County Government

  351 N. Second St., Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • County services and informationContact the county for information about its departments and local services.Read more
  Call 870-898-7202DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lrcounty.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Southwest Arkansas

  600 Lelia St, Magnolia, AR 71753

  Help here

  • Aging servicesGet information about meals, transportation, and other services for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 870-234-7410DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agewithdignity.com

• Veterans · County office

  Little River County Veterans Service Officer

  351 N. 3rd St., Suite 105, Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and records helpGet help with benefit claims, military records, jobs, and housing resources.
  Call 870-898-7261DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lrcounty.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Little River County Office of Emergency Management

  351 N. 3rd St., Suite 101, Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and 911 addressingGet help with emergency preparedness information and county 911 address questions.
  Call 870-898-7203DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lrcounty.org

• State office

  Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Ashdown Revenue Office

  390 W. Main St., Ashdown, AR 71822

  Help here

  • Revenue office servicesVisit the revenue office for in-person state revenue services.
  Call 870-898-3255DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfa.arkansas.gov

Little River County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Little River County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Little River County

• Ashdown
• Foreman
• Ogdennot checked yet
• Wiltonnot checked yet
• Winthropnot checked yet

Arkansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Arkansas 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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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