Johnson County
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Local offices in Johnson County
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Human services · County office
Johnson County Human Services
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 1300, Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Food and utility assistanceResidents can ask about food pantry help and assistance with utility bills.
- Disability supportsResidents with disabilities can ask about county support services.
- Catch-a-RideEligible residents can get transportation to medical visits, food pantries, and social service agencies.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Public health · County office
Johnson County WIC
11875 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 300, Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Child support · County office
Johnson County District Court Trustee
150 W. Santa Fe St., Suite 1400, Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Support order enforcementThe office helps enforce county child support and maintenance orders and provides payment records.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Local office · Regional office
United Way 211
Help here
- Community information and referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with food, housing, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwayplains.org
Housing help · County office
Johnson County Housing Authority
12425 W. 87th St. Parkway, Suite 200, Lenexa, KS 66215
Help here
- Housing Choice VoucherEligible residents can apply for rental help through the Housing Choice Voucher program.Read more
- Home rehabilitationIncome-eligible homeowners can ask about help with home repairs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Public health · County office
Johnson County Department of Health and Environment
11875 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 300, Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can get immunizations, testing, prenatal services, and other public health care.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Johnson County Mental Health Center
1125 W. Spruce St., Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Mental health servicesResidents can get counseling, peer support, and other mental health services.
- Substance use servicesAdults and adolescents can ask about residential and outpatient substance use treatment.
- Crisis supportResidents can call the crisis line any time for urgent mental health support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Johnson County Law Library
150 W. Santa Fe St., Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Legal research and court formsResidents can use legal research materials, public computers, and court form resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Older adults · County office
Johnson County Area Agency on Aging
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 1300, Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about in-home help, nutrition, transportation, and other aging services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Emergency help · County office
Johnson County Emergency Management
111 S. Cherry St., Suite 100, Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Emergency preparednessResidents can find alerts and guidance to prepare for emergencies and disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocogov.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
Johnson County Workforce Center
520 S. Harrison St., Olathe, KS 66061
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesGet help finding jobs, training, and other employment services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kansasworks.com
Library · County office
Johnson County Library
9875 W. 87th St., Overland Park, KS 66212
Help here
- Public library servicesResidents can use library collections, learning resources, and librarian help.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jocolibrary.org
Johnson County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Johnson County
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
Harvesters - The Community Food Network
3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64129
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
Cities and towns in Johnson County
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.
- 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
Talk to a person
- United Way 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