Alexander County

Local offices in Alexander County

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

• Child support · State office

  Illinois Child Support Services, Marion Regional Office

  3419 Professional Park Drive, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can get help establishing parentage and support orders and collecting support payments.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 800-447-4278DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Shawnee Development Council, Alexander/Pulaski County Office

  2035 Washington Ave, Cairo, IL 62914

  Help here

  • Energy and household assistanceEligible households can ask about help with energy bills, weatherization, and other urgent needs.
  Call 618-734-0535DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Alexander County Housing Authority

  1100 Halliday Avenue, Cairo, IL 62914

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the housing authority about applying for public housing.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on acha734.org

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Illinois

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 any time to get connected with local help for housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Southern Seven Health Department, Alexander County Clinic

  3014 Elm St, Cairo, IL 62914

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesVisit for health screenings, immunizations, pregnancy testing, and other clinic services.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition help and food benefits to eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and young children.Read more
  Call 618-734-4167DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on southern7.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Alexander County Circuit Clerk

  2000 Washington Ave, Cairo, IL 62914

  Help here

  • Circuit court clerk servicesContact the clerk for court filing and case information.
  Call 618-734-0107DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alexandercounty.illinois.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Egyptian Area Agency on Aging

  200 East Plaza Drive, Carterville, IL 62918

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver informationOlder adults and caregivers can get information and referrals to local services.
  Call 618-985-8311DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Alexander County Access Point, Southern 14 Workforce Investment Board

  2207 Poplar Street, Cairo, IL 62914

  Help here

  • Job training and employment servicesJob seekers can ask about training, employment support, and referrals to partner services.
  Call 618-734-9034DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on so14lwib.com

• Library · Regional office

  Cairo Public Library

  1609 Washington Ave, Cairo, IL 62914

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to use its books and other community services.
  Call 618-734-1840DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cairopubliclibrary.org

Alexander County, Illinois website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Alexander County

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

Cities and towns in Alexander County

• Cairo
• East Cape Girardeaunot checked yet
• McClurenot checked yet
• Tammsnot checked yet
• Thebesnot checked yet

Illinois programs by kind of help

These are run by Illinois 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
• 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