McDonald County

Local offices in McDonald County

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

• State office

  Missouri Family Support Division, McDonald County

  929 North Business Highway 71, Anderson, MO 64831

  Help here

  • Public assistance and child supportAsk about applying for food, cash, health coverage, child care, energy, or child support services.Apply online
  Call 855-373-4636DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Missouri 211

  Help here

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

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

• Public health · County office

  McDonald County Health Department

  3446 S. Business Hwy 71, Pineville, MO 64856

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about local health services and programs.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition help and food benefits to eligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children under five.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 417-223-4351DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  McDonald County Circuit Clerk

  602 Main St, Pineville, MO 64856

  Help here

  • Court and child support casesThe Circuit Clerk processes court cases, including child support, divorce, probate, and small claims filings.
  Call 417-223-7512DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcdonaldcountymo.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging Region X

  Help here

  • Aging servicesContact the agency for information and services that help older adults live independently.
  Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  McDonald County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information about preparing for emergencies and recovering after a disaster.
  Call 417-223-7575Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcdonaldcountymo.gov

• State office

  Pineville License Office

  605 Main St, Pineville, MO 64856

  Help here

  • Driver license and motor vehicle servicesVisit for driver license and motor vehicle title or registration services.
  Call 417-223-4029DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  McDonald County Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library system to get a library card, borrow materials, or use its learning resources.
  Call 417-223-4489Website

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

McDonald County Missouri website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McDonald County

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

Cities and towns in McDonald County

• Anderson
• Ginger Bluenot checked yet
• Goodman
• Janenot checked yet
• Lanagannot checked yet
• Noel
• Pineville
• Southwest City

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