Benton County

Local offices in Benton County

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

• Human services · State office

  Benton County Division of Family Resources

  305 E. Sixth St., Fowler, IN 47944

  Help here

  • SNAP, TANF, and health coverage applicationsVisit or contact this office to apply for food, cash, or health coverage benefits.Apply online
  Call 800-403-0864DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Nonprofit

  Benton County WIC Program

  105 S. Howard St., Oxford, IN 47971

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC offers eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 765-385-0623DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Benton County Prosecutor's Office, Child Support

  Weist Building, Fowler, IN 47944

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps establish paternity and set up or enforce child support orders.
  Call 765-885-5110DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncounty.in.gov

• Local office · State office

  Indiana 211

  Help here

  • Help finding local resourcesCall 211 to get connected with local health and human service resources.
  Call 866-211-9966Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Public health · County office

  Benton County Health Department

  706 E. 5th Street, Suite 12, Fowler, IN 47944

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department provides immunizations, health services, disease control, environmental health, and vital records.
  Call 765-884-1728DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncounty.in.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area IV Agency on Aging and Community Action Programs

  105 S. Howard Street, Oxford, IN 47971

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to in-home support and other services.Read more
  Call 765-447-7683DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Benton County Veterans Affairs

  706 E. 5th St., Fowler, IN 47944

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceThe county veterans service officer helps veterans connect with benefits and other support.
  Call 765-884-1831DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncounty.in.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Benton County Homeland Security and Emergency Management

  604-B E. 2nd Street, Fowler, IN 47944

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and public informationThe county shares public information and emergency updates during local crises.
  Call 765-884-1359DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncounty.in.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Lafayette WorkOne Center

  820 Park East Blvd., Lafayette, IN 47905

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesWorkOne helps people find jobs, plan careers, and access training.
  Call 765-474-5411DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Fowler BMV Branch

  307 E 6th St, Fowler, IN 47944

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for in-person Bureau of Motor Vehicles services.
  Call 888-692-6841DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on secure.in.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Benton County Public Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe county libraries offer books, internet access, and other resources for learning and community use.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncounty.in.gov

Benton County, Indiana website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Benton County

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

Cities and towns in Benton County

• Ambianot checked yet
• Boswell
• Earl Parknot checked yet
• Fowler
• Otterbein
• Oxford

Indiana programs by kind of help

These are run by Indiana 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