Washington County

Local offices in Washington County

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

• State office

  Arkansas Department of Human Services, Washington County Office

  4201 N Shiloh Dr, Suite 110, Fayetteville, AR 72703

  Help here

  • Benefits and human servicesVisit or contact the office for help with state benefits and human services.Apply online
  • Child support servicesGet information about applying for or receiving child support services.Read more
  Call 479-521-1270DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Fayetteville Housing Authority

  1 North School Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72701

  Help here

  • Affordable housing assistanceAsk about public housing and housing vouchers for eligible residents in Washington County, except Springdale.
  Call 479-521-3850DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Washington County Health Unit

  3270 Wimberly Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72703

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health unit for local public health services and information.
  Call 479-521-8181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas, Washington County Branch

  4332 N Waterside Court, Fayetteville, AR 72703

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about care coordination, in-home help, caregiver support, and meals for older adults.Read more
  Call 479-442-5194DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Washington County Veteran Services

  62 W North St, Fayetteville, AR 72701

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 479-444-1767DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyar.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Washington County Emergency Management

  123 N College Ave, Fayetteville, AR 72701

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about local emergencies, preparedness, and county response services.
  Call 479-444-1721DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyar.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Fayetteville

  2153 E Joyce Blvd, Suite 201, Fayetteville, AR 72701

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help finding work, preparing for a job, or learning about training options.Apply online
  Call 479-521-5730DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Washington County Library System

  1080 W Clydesdale Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72701

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library books, computers, digital materials, and programs through member libraries across the county.
  Call 479-442-6253DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountyar.gov

Washington County, Arkansas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Washington County

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

Cities and towns in Washington County

• Elkins
• Elm Springs
• Farmington
• Fayetteville
• Goshen
• Greenland
• Johnson
• Lincoln
• Prairie Grove
• Springdale
• Tontitown
• West Fork
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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