Venice

Local offices in Venice

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

• Community action · Regional office

  United Way 211 of Manasota

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fl211.org

• Utilities · City office

  Venice Utilities Department

  401 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

  Help here

  • Water and sewer utility billingContact the department with questions about your city water or sewer bill.
  • Water and sewer serviceContact the department about starting or managing city water and sewer service.
  Call 941-480-3333DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  401 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

  Help here

  • City information and customer serviceCall City Hall to find the right city department or ask about city services.
  Call 941-486-2626DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Public Works Department, Parks Division

  401 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

  Help here

  • City parks and park maintenanceFind city parks and learn about the facilities maintained by the City of Venice.Read more
  • Report a city service problemReport problems such as potholes, broken sidewalks, or storm drain issues through the city service request tool.
  Call 941-486-2422DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Venice Community Center

  326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice, FL

  Help here

  • Facility rentals and reservationsContact the center manager about reserving space for an event.Apply online
  Call 941-218-3779DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Venice, Florida website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Venice

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

Offices for all of Sarasota County

Venice is in Sarasota County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Sarasota County Human Services

  1 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240

  Help here

  • Human services information and referralsContact the county for information about food assistance and other local human services.
  • Behavioral health system coordinationThe county coordinates community programs for people affected by mental health or substance use concerns.Read more
  Call 941-861-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scgov.net

• State office

  South County WIC Office

  6919 Outreach Way, North Port, FL 34287

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC helps eligible families get healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals.Read more
  Call 941-861-3336DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Nonprofit

  211 Suncoast Cares

  Help here

  • Community help and referralsCall 211 for information about local help with housing, food, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Sarasota Housing Authority

  269 S. Osprey Avenue, Suite 100, Sarasota, FL 34236

  Help here

  • Housing Choice Voucher assistanceThe Housing Choice Voucher program helps eligible families pay rent in privately owned homes.Read more
  Call 941-361-6210DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County

  2200 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237

  Help here

  • County health servicesContact the health department for public health services and information in Sarasota County.
  Call 941-861-2900DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Sarasota Self Help Center and Law Library

  2002 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34237

  Help here

  • Court self-help and legal researchGet help finding court forms and using legal research resources.
  Call 941-861-8191DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jud12.flcourts.org

Everything in Sarasota 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