Hickory County

Local offices in Hickory County

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

• Human services · Nonprofit

  Hickory County C.A.R.E.S.

  240 N. Main St., Wheatland, MO 65779

  Help here

  • Food pantryEligible county residents can apply for food pantry assistance.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hickorycountycares.com

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Missouri 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on search.211helps.org

• Public health · County office

  Hickory County Health Department

  24885 Hwy 254, Hermitage, MO 65668

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health checks, immunizations, health education, and referrals to other health programs.Read more
  • WICEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 417-745-2138DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Care Connection for Aging Services

  106 W. Young St., Warrensburg, MO 64093

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information and support for older adults and caregivers, including help with services that support independent living.
  Call 800-748-7826DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Hickory County Emergency Management

  22126 US Hwy 54, Hermitage, MO 65668

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information and help related to local disaster preparation, response, and recovery.
  Call 417-655-2367DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sema.dps.mo.gov

• State office

  Hermitage License Office

  23183 Oakwood Cir., Hermitage, MO 65668

  Help here

  • Driver and motor vehicle licensingApply for or renew a Missouri driver license, state ID, or vehicle registration.Read more
  Call 417-745-6409DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dor.mo.gov

• State office

  Missouri State Highway Patrol Driver Examination Station, Hermitage

  22634 US 54, Hermitage, MO 65668

  Help here

  • Driver examinationsTake a Missouri driver knowledge or skills test at this part-time location.
  Call 417-298-3124DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mshp.dps.missouri.gov

• Library · County office

  Hickory County Library

  18376 New Hermitage Dr., Hermitage, MO 65668

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and movies, use computers and Wi-Fi, and access library programs.
  Call 417-745-6939DirectionsWebsite

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

Hickory County, Missouri website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Hickory County

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

Cities and towns in Hickory County

• Cross Timbersnot checked yet
• Hermitagenot checked yet
• Prestonnot checked yet
• Weaubleaunot checked yet
• Wheatlandnot checked yet

Missouri programs by kind of help

These are run by Missouri 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