Lake County

Local offices in Lake County

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

• Public health · County office

  Lake County WIC Program

  802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, infants, and children can get nutrition support, breastfeeding help, health referrals, and nutritious foods.
  Call 406-883-7307DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Montana DPHHS Polson Field Office

  49627 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsVisit the state field office for help applying for public assistance programs.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dphhs.mt.gov

• Human services · Regional office

  Montana 211

  Help here

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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on montana211.org

• Public health · County office

  Lake County Public Health

  802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Public health nursing and home visitingContact the department for public health services, nursing support, and home visiting referrals.
  Call 406-883-7288DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Lake County Environmental Health

  500 1st Street East, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Environmental health complaintsReport concerns about sewage, garbage, food service, lodging, or other local environmental health issues.Read more
  • Wastewater treatment permitsGet information and forms for permits for on-site wastewater systems.Read more
  Call 406-883-7236DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging

  110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource supportOlder adults and people with disabilities can contact the agency for information about local support and services.Read more
  Call 406-883-7284DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dphhs.mt.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Lake County Office of Emergency Management

  25 Regatta Road, Regatta Plaza, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about local hazards, prepare for emergencies, and find county response and recovery resources.
  Call 406-883-7253DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Polson Job Service

  417B Main Street, Polson, MT 59860

  Help here

  • Job search and unemployment helpVisit for help looking for work, career services, and unemployment questions.
  Call 406-883-7880DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on montanaworks.gov

Lake County, Montana website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lake County

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

Cities and towns in Lake County

• Polson
• Ronan
• St. Ignatius

Montana programs by kind of help

These are run by Montana 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