Sweet Grass County

Local offices in Sweet Grass County

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

• 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

  Sweet Grass County Public Health Department

  515 Hooper St, Big Timber, MT 59011

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department provides health education, disease monitoring, and prevention services to county residents.
  Call 406-932-5449DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Sweet Grass County Department of Family Services

  115 W 5th St, Big Timber, MT 59011

  Help here

  • Child and family protectionThe department provides child protection and family services, with local office hours in Big Timber on Wednesdays.
  Call 406-222-7402DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area II Agency on Aging

  1502 4th St. W., Roundup, MT 59072

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpOlder adults and people with disabilities can get help finding local services and support.
  Call 406-323-1320DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Sweet Grass County Disaster and Emergency Services

  200 W 1st Ave, Big Timber, MT 59011

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and coordinationThe office helps coordinate local emergency planning and response.
  Call 406-932-3011DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Columbus Job Service

  444 N 9th St, Suite 2, Columbus, MT 59019

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help exploring careers, searching for jobs, or finding training.
  Call 406-652-3080DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Carnegie Public Library

  314 McLeod St, Big Timber, MT 59011

  Help here

  • Library resourcesResidents can borrow books and other materials and use digital library resources.
  Call 406-932-5608DirectionsWebsite

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

Sweet Grass County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sweet Grass County

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

Cities and towns in Sweet Grass County

• Big Timber

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