Boone County

Local offices in Boone County

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

• Housing help · County office

  Boone County Housing Authority

  2036 North State Street, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Housing choice vouchersAsk about housing choice vouchers and other housing assistance.
  Call 815-544-0084DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Boone County Health Department

  1204 Logan Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health information, and help with local health concerns.
  • WICApply for food and nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 815-544-2951DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · Regional office

  Boone County Self Help Center and Law Library

  Boone County Courthouse, 601 North Main Street, 2nd Floor Law Library, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Court self-help and law libraryFind court forms, legal information, and help using court resources.Read more
  Call 815-547-8083DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 17thcircuit.illinoiscourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Senior Connections of Boone County

  2141 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet help finding benefits, in-home support, meals, and transportation.
  Call 815-544-9893DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on senior-connect.org

• Veterans · County office

  Veterans Assistance Commission of Boone County

  1212 Logan Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and county assistance programs.
  Call 815-544-6464DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Boone County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessFind preparedness information and county emergency updates.
  Call 815-544-9322Website

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  The Workforce Connection, Belvidere

  600 South State Street, 2nd Floor, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Job search and career trainingGet job search help, career coaching, and training assistance.Apply online
  Call 815-547-9616DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Belvidere

  425 Southtowne Drive, Suite 200, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Driver servicesApply for or renew a driver’s license or state identification card.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Ida Public Library

  320 North State Street, Belvidere, IL 61008

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, computers, and learning resources.
  Call 815-544-3838DirectionsWebsite

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

Boone County, Illinois website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Boone County

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

Cities and towns in Boone County

• Belvidere
• Caledonianot checked yet
• Capron
• Poplar Grove
• Timberlane

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