Little Rock
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Local offices in Little Rock
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Arkansas Department of Human Services Pulaski South Office
1105 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock, AR 72203
Help here
- Apply for DHS servicesResidents can contact this office about applying for state human services programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov
Housing help · City office
City of Little Rock Housing and Neighborhood Programs
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- Housing and neighborhood servicesThe department offers housing programs and help with neighborhood concerns.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littlerock.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Little Rock Housing Authority
100 South Arch Street, Little Rock, AR 72201
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceThe housing authority offers public housing and rental assistance for eligible households.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lrhousing.org
Utilities · City office
City of Little Rock Utility Bill Payment Assistance Information
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- Utility bill assistance referralsResidents can find programs that may help pay electricity, gas, water, or sewer bills.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littlerock.gov
Older adults · City office
Little Rock Parks and Recreation Aging and Active Programs
500 West Markham Street, Room 108, Little Rock, AR 72201
Help here
- Senior activitiesOlder adults can join social, fitness, arts, and nutrition activities at community centers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littlerock.gov
Local office · City office
Little Rock 311
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- Non-emergency city service requestsResidents can call 311 to report a problem or get help finding a city service.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littlerock.gov
Human services · City office
City of Little Rock Department of Community Programs
500 West Markham Street, Room 220W, Little Rock, AR 72201
Help here
- Community and family programsThe department provides programs and referrals for children, youth, and families.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littlerock.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Arkansas Workforce Center at Little Rock
5401 South University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72209
Help here
- Workforce servicesResidents can visit the workforce center for help with job search and employment services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dws.arkansas.gov
Library · Regional office
Central Arkansas Library System
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can visit library branches for books, learning resources, and public programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cals.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Little Rock Parks and Recreation
500 West Markham Street, Room 108, Little Rock, AR 72201
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsResidents can find city parks, recreation facilities, and programs for different ages.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on littlerock.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Little Rock
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
Arkansas Foodbank
4301 W 65th St, Little Rock, AR 72209
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
Legal Aid of Arkansas, 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
Central Arkansas Development Council
321 Edison, Benton, AR 72015
Listed on humanservices.arkansas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Pulaski County
Little Rock is in Pulaski County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · State office
Little Rock Office of Child Support Enforcement
322 S Main Street, Suite 100, Little Rock, AR 72201
Help here
- Child support servicesParents can get help with child support services and enforcing support orders.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfa.arkansas.gov
State office
Pulaski County West Little Rock WIC Unit
11715 Rainwood Road, Little Rock, AR 72212
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children can apply for food benefits and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on healthy.arkansas.gov
State office
Arkansas DHS South Pulaski County Office
1105 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock, AR 72203
Help here
- SNAP and Medicaid assistanceResidents can get help with applications for food and health coverage benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov
State office
Arkansas DHS Southwest Pulaski County Office
6801 Baseline Road, Little Rock, AR 72219
Help here
- SNAP and Medicaid assistanceResidents can get help with applications for food and health coverage benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov
Human services · County office
Pulaski County Community Services
3915 W 8th Street, Little Rock, AR 72204
Help here
- Community and quality-of-life assistanceThe department supports county programs for community development, recreation, and quality-of-life needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pulaskicounty.net
Public health · State office
Arkansas Department of Health Pulaski County Health Units
Help here
- Local public health servicesResidents can contact a local health unit for public health services and information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pulaskicounty.net
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.
- 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
- Arkansas 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988