Lake County
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Local offices in Lake County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Child support · County office
Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, Child Support
550 W. Main St., Tavares, FL 32778
Help here
- Child support case servicesThe Clerk's Office helps residents with local child support case records, filings, and payments.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyclerkfl.gov
State office
Florida Department of Health in Lake County WIC
1904 Griffin Road, Leesburg, FL 34748
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC provides eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with healthy foods, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lake.floridahealth.gov
Housing help · County office
Lake County Office of Housing and Community Services
Help here
- Housing and rental assistance programsThe county offers housing programs and rental assistance when application periods are open.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyfl.gov
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Lake County
16140 US Hwy 441, Eustis, FL 32726
Help here
- Public health clinicsThe health department provides immunizations, family planning, disease testing, and other clinic services at local health centers.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lake.floridahealth.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Lake County
Help here
- Community resource referralResidents can call 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, safety, and other needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211lake.org
Older adults · Regional office
Elder Options (Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging)
100 SW 75th Street, Suite 301, Gainesville, FL 32607
Help here
- Aging and disability information and assistanceOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can call for information and help finding local services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agingresources.org
Veterans · County office
Lake County Veterans Services
1996 Classique Lane, Tavares, FL 32778
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help applying for VA disability, health, education, burial, and other benefits.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyfl.gov
Emergency help · County office
Lake County Office of Emergency Management
425 W. Alfred St., Tavares, FL 32778
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsResidents can get emergency information, prepare for hazards, and sign up for local alerts and shelter programs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountyfl.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Lake Career Center, CareerSource Central Florida
9909 U.S. Hwy 441, Building M#29, Leesburg, FL 34788
Help here
- Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get help finding work, planning a career, and accessing training services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourcecentralflorida.com
Library · County office
Lake County Library System
418 W. Alfred St., Tavares, FL 32778
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use the countywide library system to find books, learning resources, and public library services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mylakelibrary.org
Lake County, Florida Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Lake County, closest to the center of Clermont first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
The Neighborhood Center of S Lake
7.1 miles from the center of Clermont14727 Timber Village RD, Groveland, FL 34736
Hours
- Thu1 PM to 4 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Caring for Others
9 miles from the center of Clermont464 Palm ST, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Hours
- Wed8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (1st of the month)
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Jesus Loves You Outreach/Winter Garden
9.6 miles from the center of Clermont12450 Marshall Farms RD, Orlando, FL 34787
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 11:30 AM (2nd of the month)
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Paul AME Church
9.7 miles from the center of Clermont330 Center ST, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Hours
- Thu3 PM to 6 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Dorcas' Way Community Outreach
11 miles from the center of Clermont15 N Bay Lake Ave, Mascotte, FL 34753
Hours
- Fri10 AM to 1 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Word Keepers
11 miles from the center of Clermont16605 Sunrise Lakes BLVD, Clermont, FL 34714
Hours
- Wed1:30 PM to 4 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lake County
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
Second Harvest Food Bank Of Central Florida, Inc.
411 Mercy Drive, Orlando, FL 32805
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
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, 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
Lake Community Action Agency, Inc.
501 N. Bay Street, Eustis, FL 32726-4111
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Lake County
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Lake County
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 844-987-0586 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988