Horseshoe Bay
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Local offices in Horseshoe Bay
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Old City Hall
1 Community Drive, Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657
Help here
- Utilities administration and public worksContact the city here about utility operations, public works, or GIS services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on horseshoe-bay-tx.gov
Local office · City office
City Center
9101 W. FM 2147, Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657
Help here
- City services and assistanceVisit or call City Center for help reaching city departments and getting information about city services.
- Utility billingContact Utility Billing for help with city water, sewer, trash service, and utility bills.Apply online
- Municipal courtContact the court for help with city citations and court matters.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on horseshoe-bay-tx.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Horseshoe Bay first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Abiding Love Food Pantry
Abiding Love Lutheran Church
39 miles from the center of Horseshoe Bay7210 Brush Country Road, Austin, TX 78749
Hours
- Mon11:30 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: Neighbors
What to bring: One visit per month
Languages: Spanish
Listed on abidinglove.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
South Austin Senior Activity Center
City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department
41 miles from the center of Horseshoe Bay3911 Menchaca Road, Austin, TX 78704
Hours
- Mon11:30 AM to 12 PM
- Tue11:30 AM to 12 PM
- Wed11:30 AM to 12 PM
- Thu11:30 AM to 12 PM
- Fri11:30 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Anyone 60 years of age or older
What to bring: No contribution required
Listed on austintexas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Micah 6 Food Pantry
Micah 6 of Austin
42 miles from the center of Horseshoe Bay2203 San Antonio Street, Austin, TX 78705
Hours
- Thu5:30 PM to 7 PM
- Sat9:30 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: All are welcome
What to bring: Register on the first visit and once a year after that
Listed on micah6austin.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
God’s Family Dinner
University Baptist Church
42 miles from the center of Horseshoe Bay2130 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX 78705
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Each Thursday evening; closed during the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas
Who can come: Anyone who is hungry
What to bring: No requirements or restrictions
Listed on ubcaustin.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Community Kitchen
Caritas of Austin
43 miles from the center of Horseshoe Bay611 Neches Street, Austin, TX 78701
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Monday through Friday
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness in Austin
Listed on caritasofaustin.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Diocesan Council of Austin
43 miles from the center of Horseshoe Bay901 West Braker Lane, Austin, TX 78758
Hours
- Sat8 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Families in need; open to all with no ZIP code restrictions
Listed on ssvdp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Horseshoe Bay
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Central Texas Food Bank
6500 Metropolis Drive, Austin, TX 78744
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc.
PO Box 846, San Saba, TX 76877-0846
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Llano County
Horseshoe Bay is in Llano County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas
215 S. Reimer Avenue, Suite 130, San Marcos, TX 78667
Help here
- Utility assistanceEligible residents in Hays County can apply for help paying utility bills.Apply onlineRead more
- Community servicesFind community services, including rental assistance and case management.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on communityaction.com
Human services · County office
Llano County Indigent Health Care Office
801 Ford Street, Llano, TX 78643
Help here
- Indigent health care programContact the county about health care assistance for eligible residents who have low incomes and limited resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on llanocounty.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area
6800 Burleson Road, Bldg. 301, Suite 165, Austin, TX
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can get help finding services, benefits, and in-home support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on capcog.org
Veterans · County office
Llano County Veterans Service Office
100 W Sandstone St, 2nd Floor, Llano, TX 78643
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help finding and applying for federal, state, and county benefits for veterans and their families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on llanocounty.gov
Emergency help · County office
Llano County Office of Emergency Management
100 W Sandstone St, Ste 200A, Llano, TX 78643
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsGet county emergency information, sign up for alerts, and learn how to prepare for disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on llanocounty.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions of Llano County
1500 Ford Street, Llano, TX 78643
Help here
- Job search and career supportGet help looking for work, training for a job, and planning your next career step.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcesolutionsrca.com
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas 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
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Texas
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 877-541-7905 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988