Washington County

Local offices in Washington County

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Illinois

  Help here

  • 211 help and referralsCall 211 or text your ZIP code to 898211 to find local help with basic needs.
  Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org

• Public health · County office

  Washington County Health Department

  177 S. Washington St., Nashville, IL 62263

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, maternal and child health support, and help with environmental health concerns.
  • WICGet nutrition support and related services for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 618-327-3644DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonco.illinois.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Washington County Community Counseling Program

  781 East Holzhauer Drive, Nashville, IL 62263-0273

  Help here

  • Mental health servicesContact the county mental health service provider for information about mental health care.
  Call 618-327-3348DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  AgeSmart Community Resources

  7 Bronze Pointe S, Suite B, Swansea, IL 62226

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAgeSmart connects older adults and caregivers in Bond County with information, options counseling, and respite support.
  Call 618-222-2561DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Illinois Division of Child Support Services, Marion Regional Office

  3419 Professional Park Drive, Marion, IL 62959

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe regional office serves Perry County and helps parents establish, modify, and enforce child support orders.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 800-447-4278DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Washington County Emergency Management & Office of Homeland Security

  125 W. St. Louis St., Nashville, IL 62263

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about local disaster planning, response, and recovery.
  Call 618-327-4800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtonco.illinois.gov

• State office · State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facility, Nashville

  480 N. Kaskaskia Street, Nashville, IL 62263

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver’s license or state ID and handle many vehicle title and registration services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on apps.ilsos.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Nashville Public Library

  219 E. Elm St., Nashville, IL 62263

  Help here

  • Library materials and public computersVisit the library to borrow books and use public computers and other library services.
  Call 618-327-3827DirectionsWebsite

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

Washington County, Illinois 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

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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