Starke County

Local offices in Starke County

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

• Public health · County office

  Starke County WIC

  15 N Main St, Knox, IN 46534

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC offers eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children healthy foods, nutrition support, and referrals.Apply online
  Call 574-772-2175DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on starke.in.gov

• Child support · County office

  Starke County Child Support Office

  53 E Washington St, Knox, IN 46534

  Help here

  • Child support informationContact the office for help with child support information and services.
  Call 574-772-6488DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on starke.in.gov

• State office · State office

  Indiana Division of Family Resources, Starke County Office

  1921 S Heaton St, Knox, IN 46534

  Help here

  • SNAP, TANF, and health coverage applicationsThe office helps residents apply for SNAP, TANF, and health coverage.Apply online
  Call 800-403-0864DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  CoAction Community Action Agency

  5240 Fountain Dr, Crown Point, IN 46307

  Help here

  • Energy assistanceThe Energy Assistance Program helps eligible households with heating and electric bills.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 219-794-1829DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coaction.care

• Public health · County office

  Starke County Health Department

  108 N Pearl St, Knox, IN 46534

  Help here

  • Health Department servicesContact the department for county health services, health records, and public health information.
  Call 574-772-9131DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on starke.in.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  CoAction Area Agency on Aging

  5240 Fountain Dr, Crown Point, IN 46307

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportCoAction connects older adults and people with disabilities to care, nutrition, housing, and support services.Read more
  Call 219-794-1829DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coaction.care

• Emergency help · County office

  Starke County Emergency Management Agency

  53 E Mound St, Knox, IN 46534

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseThe agency helps residents prepare for disasters and coordinates local emergency response resources.
  Call 219-205-2057DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on starke.in.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Starke County Public Library System

  152 W Culver Rd, Knox, IN 46534

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe library system offers books, learning resources, and programs for residents.
  Call 574-772-7323DirectionsWebsite

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

Starke County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Starke County

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

Cities and towns in Starke County

• Hamlet
• Knox
• North Judson

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