San Patricio County

Local offices in San Patricio County

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

• Public health · County office

  San Patricio County WIC Program

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children can get nutrition education and food support.Apply online
  Call 361-587-3510Website

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

• Human services · County office

  San Patricio County Indigent Health Care Program

  313 N. Rachal, Room 225, Sinton, TX 78387

  Help here

  • County indigent health careCounty residents with limited income and resources can apply for help with basic medical care.Apply online
  Call 361-587-3518DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  San Patricio County District Clerk

  400 West Sinton Street, Room 144, Sinton, TX 78387

  Help here

  • Court self-help resourcesFind court information and links to self-help resources for people representing themselves.
  Call 361-364-9377DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Coastal Bend Area Agency on Aging

  2910 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

  Help here

  • Aging servicesCall for information and help finding services for older adults and caregivers in Refugio County.
  Call 361-883-3935DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  San Patricio County Veterans Services Office

  1301 E. Sinton Street, Suite C, Sinton, TX 78387

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits claims helpGet help filing veterans and survivor claims for compensation, pensions, burial, and other benefits.
  Call 361-364-9356DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  San Patricio County Office of Emergency Management

  219 W. 5th Street, Building 7, Sinton, TX 78387

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet county emergency information and help with preparedness, response, and recovery.
  Call 361-587-3560DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Workforce Solutions Coastal Bend Career Center, Sinton

  Pirate Plaza, 1113 East Sinton Street, Sinton, TX 78387

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesJob seekers can use career center services and resources to find work and build job skills.
  Call 361-364-3284DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  San Patricio County Library

  309 North Rachal, Sinton, TX 78387

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the county library for public library services and resources.
  Call 361-587-3535DirectionsWebsite

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

San Patricio County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve San Patricio County

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

Cities and towns in San Patricio County

• Aransas Pass
• Gregory
• Ingleside
• Ingleside on the Baynot checked yet
• Lake Citynot checked yet
• Lakesidenot checked yet
• Mathis
• Odem
• Portland
• San Patricionot checked yet
• Sinton
• Taft

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