Burlington
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Local offices in Burlington
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Kansas Department for Children and Families, Coffey County Office
110 S. 6th Street, Room 202, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsApply for food, cash, child care, and medical assistance through Kansas DCF.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dcf.ks.gov
Utilities · City office
Burlington City Hall and Utility Billing
1013 N. 4th Street, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- City services and utility billingContact City Hall to pay electric, water, sewer, and trash bills or ask about payment arrangements if you are having trouble paying.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on burlingtonkansas.gov
Older adults · Nonprofit
Senior Citizens Center
Help here
- Senior center activitiesCall the center to ask about activities and services for older adults.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on burlingtonkansas.gov
Library · County office
Coffey County Library, Burlington Branch
410 Juniatta Street, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other media, use computers and Wi-Fi, or attend programs and meetings at the library.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cclibks.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Burlington
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
Kansas Food Bank
1919 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67211
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
Kansas 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
East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation (ECKAN)
1320 S. Ash Street, Suite 203, Ottawa, KS 66067
Listed on kshousingcorp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Coffey County
Burlington is in Coffey County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Local office · Regional office
United Way 211 Kansas
Help here
- Information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, jobs, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211kansas.org
Housing authority · County office
Coffey County Housing Authority
313 Neosho Street, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- Home repair helpThe authority offers home repair grants when funding is available.
- Rental housing informationThe authority provides a list of rental properties in Coffey County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coffeycountyks.org
Public health · County office
Coffey County Health Department
110 S 6th Street, Room 4, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- Public health servicesThe department offers health services, immunizations, and help with disease and environmental health concerns.
- WICWIC provides nutrition support for pregnant and recently delivered women, infants, and children under five.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coffeycountyks.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Fourth Judicial District Court, Coffey County
110 S 6th Street, Suite 102, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- Court self-helpThe district court links residents to self-help information and resources for court matters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 4jdc.com
Older adults · Regional office
East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging
117 S Main, Ottawa, KS 66067
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with meals, in-home help, case management, and other local services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on eckaaa.org
Emergency help · County office
Coffey County Emergency Management
110 S 6th Street, Suite 3, Burlington, KS 66839
Help here
- Emergency preparednessThe department provides emergency preparedness information and public alerts.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coffeycountyks.org
Kansas programs by kind of help
These are run by Kansas 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
- United Way 2-1-1 Kansas
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