Lafayette County

Local offices in Lafayette County

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

• Human services · Regional office

  211 Broward

  Help here

  • Community help and referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, health care, or bills.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Lafayette County

  140 SW Virginia Circle, Mayo, FL 32066

  Help here

  • County health servicesThe county health department provides local health programs and clinic services.Read more
  • WICWIC offers eligible families healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and health referrals.Read more
  Call 386-294-1321DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lafayette.floridahealth.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (Elder Options)

  100 SW 75th Street, Suite 301, Gainesville, FL 32607

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can call for information and assistance.
  Call 800-262-2243DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lafayette County Veterans’ Services

  Lafayette County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 120 W. Main Street, Mayo, FL 32066

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help accessing benefits and support.
  Call 386-294-5010DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Lafayette County Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can use the library’s collections and learning resources.
  Call 386-294-1021Website

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

Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals in Lafayette County, closest to the center of Mayo first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Obrien Baptist Church

  14 miles from the center of Mayo

  9544 E County Road 349, O'brien, FL 32071

  Hours

  • Tue10 AM to 12 PM (3rd of the month)
  Call 386-209-4640Directions

  Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Walker Creek Baptist Church

  18 miles from the center of Mayo

  4980 S State Road 349, Branford, FL 32008

  Hours

  • Wed11 AM to 1 PM (2nd of the month)
  Call 386-515-2647Directions

  Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  African Baptist Church

  20 miles from the center of Mayo

  509 Walker Ave SW, Live Oak, FL 32064

  Hours

  • Fri8:30 AM to 9:30 AM (3rd of the month)
  Call 386-362-8860Directions

  Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Mt. Gilliad Baptist Church

  22 miles from the center of Mayo

  18350 56th ST, Live Oak, FL 32060

  Hours

  • Sat7 AM to 9 AM (2nd and 4th of the month)
  Call 386-209-4252Directions

  Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  First Assembly of God of Perry

  25 miles from the center of Mayo

  828 W Julia ST, Perry, FL 32347

  Hours

  • Sat9 AM to 10:30 AM (3rd of the month)
  Call 850-295-5485Directions

  Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Sowers of the Seed

  28 miles from the center of Mayo

  1650 Pinetree DR Ne, Steinhatchee, FL 32359

  Hours

  • Wed8 AM to 10 AM (2nd of the month)
  Call 352-303-6498Directions

  Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lafayette County

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

Cities and towns in Lafayette County

• Mayo

Florida programs by kind of help

These are run by Florida 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