Carmi

Local offices in Carmi

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

• State office

  White Family Community Resource Center

  1112 Oak St, Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Benefits applicationsVisit or contact the center for help with state benefits applications.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 618-382-4685DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us

• Utilities · City office

  Carmi Light and Water

  225 E Main St, Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Utility billingContact the utility office about electric and water bills and service.
  Call 618-382-5555DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on carmilightandwater.municipalonlinepayments.com

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Illinois

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 any time to get connected with local help for housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Carmi City Hall

  225 E Main St, Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact City Hall for help with city government services.
  Call 618-382-5555DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  White County Senior Citizens Center

  113 S Walnut St, Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Senior center servicesContact the center about services and activities for older adults.
  Call 618-382-3111DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ilaging.illinois.gov

• State office

  Carmi Secretary of State Facility

  Southeastern Illinois College, 1700 College Ave, Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver license or state ID and get help with vehicle title and registration services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on apps.ilsos.gov

• Library · City office

  Carmi Public Library

  103 Slocumb St, Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit or contact the library to use its books and other library services.
  Call 618-382-5277DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Carmi website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Carmi

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

Offices for all of White County

Carmi is in White County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Courts and legal help · County office

  White County Circuit Clerk

  301 E. Main St., Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Circuit court servicesContact the Circuit Clerk about court matters, court records, and fines.
  Call 618-382-2321DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on whitecounty-il.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  602 E. 5th St., Mt. Carmel, IL 62863

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information and referrals for services for older adults and their caregivers.
  Call 217-262-0678DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  White County Emergency Management Agency

  307 E. Cherry St., Carmi, IL 62821

  Help here

  • Emergency managementGet information and help related to emergency planning and preparedness.
  Call 618-383-6693DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on whitecounty-il.gov

• Library · County office

  White County Public Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library system to find books, information, and other library resources.
  Website

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

Everything in White County

Illinois programs by kind of help

These are run by Illinois 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