Shiner

Local offices in Shiner

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

• Library · City office

  Hoffie and Lank Wolters Shiner Public Library

  115 E Wolters/2nd St, Shiner, TX 77984

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and magazines, use free internet, or attend public events in the meeting room.
  Call 361-594-3044DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City Hall / Administration

  802 N Avenue E, Shiner, TX 77984

  Help here

  • City services and informationGet help with city services, forms, and questions about city government.
  • Utility billingAsk about your city utility account or pay a utility bill online.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 361-594-3362DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Shiner, Texas website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Shiner

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

Offices for all of Lavaca County

Shiner is in Lavaca County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Older adults · County office

  Lavaca County Meals on Wheels and Congregate Program

  326 S. LaGrange St., Hallettsville, TX 77964

  Help here

  • Meals for older adultsResidents age 60 and older can sign up for home-delivered or group meals.
  Call 361-798-4198DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.lavaca.tx.us

• State office

  Hallettsville WIC Clinic

  200 A E 5th St., Hallettsville, TX 77964

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people and families with young children can get food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 830-672-7083DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org

• Local office · Regional office

  2-1-1 Texas

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Golden Crescent Area Agency on Aging

  1908 N Laurent, Suite 600A, Victoria, TX 77901

  Help here

  • Older adult servicesOlder adults and caregivers can get benefits counseling, care support, nutrition services, transportation, and referrals.
  Call 361-578-8775DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lavaca County Veterans Service Office

  412 N. Texana St., Hallettsville, TX 77964

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with questions and applications for veterans benefits.
  Call 979-253-8621DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.lavaca.tx.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Lavaca County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security

  109 N. La Grange St., Hallettsville, TX 77964

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about emergency preparedness, response, and local alerts.
  Call 361-798-4479DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.lavaca.tx.us

Everything in Lavaca 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.
• 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