Lincoln County

Local offices in Lincoln County

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

• Human services · County office

  Lincoln County Department of Human Services

  103 3rd Ave., Hugo, CO 80821

  Help here

  • Human and social servicesContact the county office for help with local human and social services.Read more
  Call 719-743-2404DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lincolncounty.colorado.gov

• Human services · Regional office

  2-1-1 Colorado

  Help here

  • Help finding local resourcesCall or search online to find local help with basic needs, housing, food, health care, and other services.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Lincoln County Public Health

  326 8th St., Hugo, CO 80821

  Help here

  • Public health and immunizationsCall the health office to ask about public health services and immunizations.
  • WICThe county health office provides WIC services for eligible families.
  Call 719-743-2526DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lincolncounty.colorado.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Central Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging

  128 Colorado Ave., Stratton, CO 80836

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with local support, meals, and other services.
  Call 719-348-5562DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lincoln County Veterans Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits claims helpA county veterans service officer helps veterans and their families with benefit claims and applications.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vets.colorado.gov

• State office

  Colorado Driver License Office, Hugo

  103 3rd Ave., Hugo, CO 80821

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationVisit this office to apply for or renew a driver license or identification card.
  Call 719-743-2796DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.colorado.gov

• State office · County office

  Lincoln County Motor Vehicle Office

  103 3rd Ave., Hugo, CO 80821

  Help here

  • Vehicle title and registrationVisit the county motor vehicle office for vehicle title and registration services.
  Call 719-743-2444DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.colorado.gov

• Library · County office

  Lincoln County Library System

  Help here

  • Library and bookmobile servicesThe library system lends books and other materials and offers bookmobile service to county residents.Read more
  Call 719-775-2163Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lincolncounty.colibraries.org

Lincoln County, Colorado website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lincoln County

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

Cities and towns in Lincoln County

• Arribanot checked yet
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• Hugo
• Limon

Colorado programs by kind of help

These are run by Colorado 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
• 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