Richmond
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Local offices in Richmond
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Wayne County Division of Family Resources
50 S 2nd Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- SNAP food assistanceApply for food assistance or get help with SNAP benefits at the local office.Apply onlineRead more
- Cash and health coverage applicationsContact the office to apply for cash assistance or health coverage.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Richmond Housing Authority
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about public housing and housing choice vouchers for eligible households.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondhousingindiana.org
Utilities · City office
Richmond Sanitary District Billing Department
25 N 7th Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Sewer bill payment and account helpPay your sewer bill or call with questions about your account.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondindiana.gov
Utilities · City office
Richmond Power & Light Customer Service
44 S 8th Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Electric utility billingPay your electric bill or get help with your Richmond Power & Light account.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rp-l.com
Local office · City office
City of Richmond
50 N 5th Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- General city informationCall city hall for general information about city services and offices.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondindiana.gov
Older adults · City office
Richmond Senior Recreation Center
1600 S 2nd Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Senior activitiesResidents age 50 and older can find activities, exercise, and social programs at the center.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondindiana.gov
Local office · City office
Citizens' Request for Action
Help here
- Report a city issueUse the city tool to report issues such as potholes, street flooding, damaged signs, or property maintenance concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondindiana.gov
Jobs and training · State office
WorkOne Richmond
650 Progress Drive, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, resumes, interviews, and career training.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
State office · State office
Richmond BMV Branch
4503 National Road E, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Driver licensing and motor vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver license and other Bureau of Motor Vehicles services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Library · Regional office
Morrisson-Reeves Library
80 N 6th Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Public library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials, use public computers, and attend programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mrlinfo.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Richmond Parks and Recreation
2200 E Main Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind activities, recreation programs, park information, and facility rentals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondindiana.gov
City of Richmond, Indiana website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Richmond
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana, Inc.
3737 Waldemere Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46241
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Indiana Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Interlocal Community Action Program, Inc.
615 W State Road 38, P.O. Box 449, New Castle, IN 47362-0449
Listed on in.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Wayne County
Richmond is in Wayne County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Wayne County WIC Program
2230 Chester Blvd., Richmond, IN 47375-0487
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get food and nutrition support through WIC.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Child support · County office
Wayne County Child Support Division
301 E. Main St., Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Child support servicesThe office helps establish, enforce, and review child support orders.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.wayne.in.us
State office · State office
Indiana Division of Family Resources, Wayne County Office
50 S. 2nd St., Richmond, IN 47374-4212
Help here
- SNAP, TANF, and health coverageResidents can get help applying for food, cash, and health coverage benefits at this office.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Richmond Housing Authority
58 S. 15th St., Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceThe housing authority offers public housing and rental assistance to eligible residents.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on richmondhousingindiana.org
Public health · County office
Wayne County Health Department
201 E. Main St., Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health department provides public health services, vaccines, testing, and health information.
- Birth and death recordsResidents can request Wayne County birth and death records from the health department.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.wayne.in.us
Older adults · Regional office
LifeStream Services, Inc.
2404 National Rd. W., Richmond, IN 47374
Help here
- Aging and disability supportOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can get information about local support and long-term services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lifestreaminc.org
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.
- 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 - 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
Talk to a person
- Indiana 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988