Benton County

Local offices in Benton County

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

• Human services · State office

  Arkansas Department of Human Services, Benton County Office

  900 SE 13th Court, Bentonville, AR 72712

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsApply for SNAP food help, Medicaid, and other public assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 479-273-9011DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov

• Child support · County office

  Benton County Circuit Clerk, Child Support Office

  1301 Melissa Drive, Suite 7, Bentonville, AR 72712

  Help here

  • Child support servicesContact the office for help with child support matters handled through the county circuit clerk.
  Call 479-271-5711DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncountyar.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Arkansas 211

  Help here

  • Local resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on arkansas211.org

• Public health · State office

  Arkansas Department of Health, Benton County Health Unit

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the county health unit for local public health services and clinic information.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthy.arkansas.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas, Benton County Branch

  1410 SE 14th Street, Bentonville, AR 72712

  Help here

  • Information and referrals for older adultsOlder adults can get help finding services and support in Benton County.
  Call 479-273-9424DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaanwar.org

• Veterans · County office

  Benton County Veteran Services

  1204 SW 14th St., Suite 8, Bentonville, AR 72712

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for VA benefits and understanding the application process.
  Call 479-464-6123DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncountyar.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Benton County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationGet information to prepare for emergencies and sign up for county public alerts.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncountyar.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Benton County Library System

  Help here

  • Public library accessFind public libraries serving Benton County and information about their services.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on library.arkansas.gov

Benton County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Benton County

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

Cities and towns in Benton County

• Avocanot checked yet
• Bella Vista
• Bentonville
• Cave Springs
• Centerton
• Decatur
• Garfieldnot checked yet
• Gatewaynot checked yet
• Gentry
• Gravette
• Highfill
• Little Flock
• Lowell
• Pea Ridge
• Rogers
• Siloam Springs
• Springtownnot checked yet
• Sulphur Springsnot checked yet

Arkansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Arkansas 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