Greenfield

Local offices in Greenfield

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

• Utilities · City office

  Greenfield Water Department

  510 Walnut St, Greenfield, IL 62044

  Help here

  • Water billingAsk about your water bill, report a missing bill, or pay your bill online.Apply online
  Call 217-368-2332DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

  Greenfield City Hall

  510 Walnut St, Greenfield, IL 62044

  Help here

  • City services and resident inquiriesContact City Hall for help with city services and resident questions.Read more
  Call 217-368-2332DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Greenfield Public Library

  515 Chestnut St, Greenfield, IL 62044

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library for books, public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, copying, and faxing.
  Call 217-368-2613DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Greenfield, Illinois website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Greenfield

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

Offices for all of Greene County

Greenfield is in Greene County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Southwestern Illinois

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 for free, confidential referrals to local help with housing, utilities, food, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Greene County Health Department

  310 Fifth St, Carrollton, IL 62016

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet personal health care, home health information, health education, and environmental health help.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 217-942-6961DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Greene County Circuit Clerk's Office

  519 N Main St, Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, IL 62016

  Help here

  • Court clerk services and legal aid informationGet help with court records, forms, payments, and information about free legal resources.
  Call 217-942-3421DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Prairie Council on Aging

  419 N Main St, Carrollton, IL 62016

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults can get help finding in-home care, meals, benefits, and support for caregivers.
  Call 217-942-5563DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Greene County Veterans Assistance Commission

  519 N Main St, Suite 5, Carrollton, IL 62016

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and basic needs assistanceVeterans and their families can get help applying for benefits and temporary help with basic needs.
  Call 217-370-8779DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Greene 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