Pensacola

Local offices in Pensacola

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

• Human services · Nonprofit

  United Way of West Florida 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, utilities, childcare, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing help · City office

  City of Pensacola Housing Department

  420 W. Chase St., Pensacola, FL 32502

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceAsk about rental assistance, homebuyer help, or home repairs for eligible residents.
  Call 850-858-0350DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofpensacola.com

• Utilities · City office

  Pensacola Energy Customer Service

  Reus and Government streets, adjacent to City Hall, Pensacola, FL 32502

  Help here

  • Natural gas bills and serviceContact customer service about city natural gas bills and account services.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 850-435-1800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofpensacola.com

• Older adults · City office

  Bayview Senior Center

  2000 E. Lloyd St., Pensacola, FL 32502

  Help here

  • Senior recreation programsVisit the senior center for recreation and activities for older adults.
  Call 850-436-5190DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofpensacola.com

• Local office · City office

  Pensacola 311 Citizen Support Network

  222 W. Main St., Pensacola, FL 32502

  Help here

  • Non-emergency city service requestsCall 311 to ask for help with non-emergency city service requests.
  Call 850-436-5555DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofpensacola.com

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  CareerSource Escarosa Pensacola Career Center

  6913 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help searching for jobs, preparing a resume, and finding career training.Read more
  Call 850-607-8700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourceescarosa.com

• Library · Regional office

  Pensacola Library

  239 N. Spring St., Pensacola, FL

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit for library materials and public library services.
  Call 850-436-5060DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mywfpl.com

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks & Recreation Department

  222 W. Main St., Fourth Floor, Pensacola, FL 32502

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind city recreation programs, sports, camps, and activities for residents.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 850-436-5670DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofpensacola.com

City of Pensacola website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Pensacola

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

Offices for all of Escambia County

Pensacola is in Escambia County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Florida Department of Health in Escambia County WIC, Fairfield Service Center

  1295 W. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32501

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC offers nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 850-595-6500DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Florida Department of Health in Escambia County WIC, Northside Service Center

  8390 North Palafox St., Pensacola, FL 32534

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC offers nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 850-484-5121DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Northwest Florida

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding food, housing, health care, and other local support.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwwf.org

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Escambia County

  1295 W. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32501

  Help here

  • Community health servicesThe health department provides family health, immunization, dental, and infectious disease services.Read more
  Call 850-595-6500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Escambia County Law Library

  M.C. Blanchard Judicial Building, 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, FL 32502-5773

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesResidents can use legal materials and research resources at the public law library.
  Call 850-595-4468DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on flcourts.gov

• Human services · County office

  Escambia County Neighborhood & Human Services

  221 Palafox Place, 4th Floor, Pensacola, FL 32502

  Help here

  • Youth programs and human assistanceThe department provides after-school and summer programs and connects residents with community resources.Read more
  • Housing and neighborhood assistanceResidents can ask about county housing repair, rental, and homebuyer assistance programs.Read more
  Call 850-595-3130DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on myescambia.com

Everything in Escambia 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