American Falls
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Local offices in American Falls
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Older adults · Nonprofit
Power County Senior Center
180 Idaho St, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- Senior mealsThe center serves meals to visitors on scheduled weekdays.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Housing Authority of the City of American Falls
Help here
- Public housingThe housing authority provides affordable rental housing for eligible low-income households.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on twinfallshousing.com
Utilities · City office
City Utility Billing
550 N Oregon Trail, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- Utility billsContact the city to ask about utility bills and payments.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofamericanfalls.com
Local office · State office
211 Idaho CareLine
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Local office · City office
City Hall
550 N Oregon Trail, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- City services and clerkVisit or call City Hall for city clerk and general city services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofamericanfalls.com
Library · Regional office
American Falls District Library
308 Roosevelt Street, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books, use computers and Wi-Fi, or get other library services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on aflibrary.org
City of American Falls website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve American Falls
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
The Idaho Foodbank
3630 E Commercial Ct, Meridian, ID 83642
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
Idaho Legal Aid Services, 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
South Eastern Idaho Community Action Agency Inc
641 N 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201-5787
Listed on townhall.idaho.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Power County
American Falls is in Power County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · Regional office
Southeastern Idaho Public Health WIC, American Falls
590 1/2 Gifford Ave, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- WICWIC offers nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on siphidaho.org
Public health · Regional office
Southeastern Idaho Public Health, Power County Office
590 1/2 Gifford Ave, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the county health office for public health services and clinic information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on siphidaho.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Power County Court Assistance Office
543 Bannock Ave, American Falls, ID 83211
Help here
- Court self-helpGet court forms and help understanding the steps for representing yourself in civil court.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on isc.idaho.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Area V Agency on Aging
214 E Center, Pocatello, ID 83201
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for services that support older adults and people with disabilities.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaa.sicog.org
Emergency help · County office
Power County Emergency Medical Services
Help here
- Emergency medical responseCall for county ambulance and emergency medical response information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on powercounty.gov
State office
American Falls DMV
543 Bannock Ave, American Falls, ID 83211-1200
Help here
- Driver licensing and vehicle servicesVisit for driver license, identification card, and vehicle services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on itd.idaho.gov
Idaho programs by kind of help
These are run by Idaho 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
Talk to a person
- 211 Idaho CareLine
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988