Colona

Local offices in Colona

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Colona Senior Citizen's Center

  703 6th Street, Colona, IL 61241

  Help here

  • Meals for older adultsOlder adults can eat at the center or ask about home-delivered meals by calling ahead.
  Call 309-792-5093DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on colonalibrary.com

• Utilities · City office

  Colona Utility Billing

  100 E. 9th Avenue, Colona, IL 61241

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and refuse billingSet up water and sewer service, pay your utility bill, or ask the city about a bill or payment.Apply online
  Call 309-792-0571DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on colonail.com

• Library · Regional office

  Colona Public Library District

  911 1st Street, Colona, IL 61241

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library for books, online resources, and reading and learning programs.
  Call 309-792-0548DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on colonalibrary.com

• Local office · City office

  Colona City Hall

  100 E. 9th Avenue, Colona, IL 61241

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services, reaching staff, or getting information about local government.Read more
  Call 309-792-0571DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on colonail.com

• Parks and recreation · Nonprofit

  Colona Activity Center

  617 8th Street, Colona, IL 61241

  Help here

  • Community recreationFind information about the activity center and local recreation through the city.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on colonail.com

City of Colona website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Colona

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

Offices for all of Henry County

Colona is in Henry County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office · State office

  Henry County Family Community Resource Center

  125 W. South St., Suite 14, Kewanee, IL 61443

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and other benefits through the local state office.Apply online
  Call 309-852-5627DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us

• Housing authority · County office

  Housing Authority of Henry County

  125 N. Chestnut St., Kewanee, IL 61443

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceContact the authority about its housing programs and rental assistance.
  Call 309-852-2801DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henrycountyhousing.us

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Illinois, 211 Central State

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or text 211 to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 309-930-8407Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org

• Public health · County office

  Henry County Health Department

  110 N. Burr Blvd., Kewanee, IL 61443

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet clinic services, immunizations, family planning, and other public health help.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get food and nutrition support.
  Call 309-852-0197DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henrystarkhealth.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  729 34th Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver informationGet information and referrals for services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
  Call 309-793-6800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wiaaa.org

• Veterans · County office

  Henry County Veterans Assistance Commission

  Henry County Courthouse, 307 W. Center St., Cambridge, IL 61238

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and assistanceVeterans can get help with VA claims, records, health enrollment, and approved emergency assistance.
  • Transportation to VA appointmentsEligible veterans can request free rides to approved VA medical appointments.
  Call 309-937-3451DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on henrycty.com

Everything in Henry County

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.
• 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
• 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