Kerr County
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Local offices in Kerr County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Kerrville WIC Clinic
838 Sidney Baker Street, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org
Local office · State office
2-1-1 Texas
Help here
- Help finding local servicesCall or search online for referrals to food, housing, health, and other support services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
Human services · County office
Kerr County Indigent Health Services
700 Main Street, BA 104, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- County indigent health careEligible low-income county residents can apply for basic health care when they do not qualify for other health coverage.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Public health · County office
Kerr County Environmental Health Department
550 Earl Garrett Street, Suite 100, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Septic system permits and complaintsThe department handles septic system permits, reviews, and complaints.Read more
- Solid waste and nuisance concernsThe department handles reports about illegal dumping, illegal burning, and public nuisances.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers
819 Water Street, Suite 300, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Mental health and developmental disability servicesThe center provides mental health and developmental disability services to people in Kerr County and nearby counties.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hillcountry.org
State office · State office
Texas Department of State Health Services, Kerrville Office
One Schreiner Center, 819 Water Street, Suite 290, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Public health servicesThe regional state health office provides public health services to residents in the Kerrville area.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.texas.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Kerr County Law Library
Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Self-service legal researchResidents can use legal research tools, computers, and a self-service printer.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Alamo Area Agency on Aging
2700 NE Loop 410, Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78217
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help with benefits, care planning, meals, legal services, and transportation.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aacog.gov
Veterans · County office
Kerr County Veterans Service Office
550 Earl Garrett Street, Suite 107, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpStaff help veterans and their families understand and apply for eligible state and federal veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Emergency help · County office
Kerr County Emergency Management
700 Main Street, CB101, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsThe office shares disaster preparedness information and helps residents sign up for emergency alerts.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions Alamo Career Center
1700 Sidney Baker Road, Suite 500, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Job search and training supportJob seekers can get help finding work, training for a career, and learning about child care resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcesolutionsalamo.org
Library · City office
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
505 Water Street, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can borrow books and use library programs and digital resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrvilletx.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Kerr County
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
San Antonio Food Bank
5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
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
Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc.
801 N Highway 123 Byp, Seguin, TX 78155-3944
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Kerr County
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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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