Litchfield
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Local offices in Litchfield
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing help · County office
Montgomery County Housing Authority, Litchfield Office
212 S. State Street, Litchfield, IL 62056
Help here
- Housing assistance applicationsVisit to pick up a housing assistance application.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on montgomeryhousing.org
Utilities · City office
City Water Department and Utility Billing
120 E. Ryder Street, Litchfield, IL 62056
Help here
- Water service and billingStart water service, pay a water bill, or ask about payment options.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityoflitchfieldil.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.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org
Older adults · Regional office
Litchfield Community and Senior Center
1100 S. State Street, Litchfield, IL 62056
Help here
- Senior center and community programsVisit for senior nutrition, recreation programs, or community activities.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityoflitchfieldil.com
Jobs and training · State office
The Job Center-Litchfield
311 S. State Street, Litchfield, IL 62056
Help here
- Job search and workforce supportGet help with job searches, career services, and workforce program applications.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on west-central.org
Library · Regional office
Litchfield Public Library District
1205 S. State Street, Litchfield, IL 62056
Help here
- Library cards and borrowingApply for a library card and borrow books and other materials.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lcpl.specialdistrict.org
Local office · City office
City Hall
120 E. Ryder Street, Litchfield, IL 62056
Help here
- City services and resident requestsGet help with city services, forms, and questions, or report a concern.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityoflitchfieldil.com
City of Litchfield, Illinois website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Litchfield
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
Central Illinois Foodbank
1937 E. Cook St., Springfield, IL 62703
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
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, 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
CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation
1805 South Banker Street, Effingham, IL 62401-0928
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Montgomery County
Litchfield is in Montgomery County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office
Illinois Department of Human Services Family and Community Resource Center
210 E. Fairground Avenue, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Help here
- Benefits applicationsResidents can apply for state assistance programs at this local office.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Illinois
Help here
- 211 help and referralsCall 211 or text your ZIP code to 898211 to find local help with basic needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211illinois.org
Public health · County office
Montgomery County Health Department
11191 IL Rt. 185, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health department provides services that help prevent disease and promote health.
- WICThe health department offers WIC services for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountyil.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Montgomery County Circuit Clerk
120 North Main St, Room 125, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Help here
- Court records and court servicesThe clerk provides court records and services to people involved in cases in the county circuit court.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountyil.gov
Veterans · County office
Montgomery County Veterans Assistance Commission
201 S Main St, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Help here
- Veterans benefits and financial assistanceThe commission helps veterans and their families with eligible financial aid and claims for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on montgomerycountyil.gov
Child support · State office
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Child Support Services
210 E. Fairground Avenue, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Help here
- Child support servicesThe office helps parents with child support services and related case matters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Illinois
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