Freeport

Local offices in Freeport

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

• Utilities · City office

  Freeport Electric and Water Billing Customer Service

  46 N Ocean Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520

  Help here

  • Electric and water bill helpGet help with electric or water billing, account access, and payment options.
  Call 516-377-2262DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · City office

  Senior Center

  130 E Merrick Road, Freeport, NY 11520

  Help here

  • Senior activitiesResidents age 60 and older can use the senior lounge and join programs and activities.
  Call 516-771-4194DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Village Hall

  46 N Ocean Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520

  Help here

  • Village information and concernsContact the Village to ask for help or report a local concern.Read more
  Call 516-377-2200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Freeport Memorial Library

  144 W Merrick Road, Freeport, NY 11520

  Help here

  • Library services and resourcesVisit the library to use books, digital resources, programs, and other library services.
  Call 516-379-3274DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on freeportlibrary.info

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Freeport Recreation Center

  130 E Merrick Road, Freeport, NY 11520

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and facilitiesFind recreation programs and activities at the Village recreation center.
  Call 516-377-2314DirectionsWebsite

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

Village of Freeport website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Freeport

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

Offices for all of Nassau County

Freeport is in Nassau County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Nassau County Department of Social Services

  60 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Uniondale, NY 11553

  Help here

  • Public assistance and SNAPGet help applying for SNAP, temporary assistance, Medicaid, and other public benefits.
  • Child care assistanceLearn about child care help for eligible families.
  • Emergency and temporary housingContact the department for emergency housing and homeless prevention services.
  • Child support enforcementGet help with child support services and enforcement.
  Call 516-227-8519DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Nassau County Department of Health WIC, Hempstead

  40 Main Street, Hempstead, NY 11550

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 516-572-0920DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Nassau County Department of Health WIC, Glen Cove

  113 Glen Cove Avenue, Glen Cove, NY 11542

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 516-388-2977DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Nassau County Department of Health WIC, Mineola

  200 County Seat Drive, Mineola, NY 11501

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 516-571-1942DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Regional office

  211 Long Island

  Help here

  • Health and human services referralsCall any time to get connected with local health and human services.Read more
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Nassau County Department of Health

  200 County Seat Drive, North Entrance, Mineola, NY 11501

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the department for county public health information and services.
  Call 516-227-9697DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Nassau County

New York programs by kind of help

These are run by New York 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
• 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