Shelby County

Local offices in Shelby County

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

• Public health · County office

  Shelby County WIC Program

  2418 E SR 44, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceEligible families can apply for food and nutrition support through the WIC clinic.Apply online
  Call 317-398-3002DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Public health · County office

  Shelby County Health Department

  20 W Polk St, Suite 202, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • Vaccinations and TB testingThe department offers vaccines and TB testing by appointment.
  • Child lead testingFamilies can call to arrange free lead testing for children.
  Call 317-392-6470DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Shelby County Courts

  407 S Harrison St, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • Court self-help formsThe court directs residents to the Indiana courts' self-help forms and legal information.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 317-392-6350DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions

  8440 Woodfield Crossing Blvd., Suite 175, Indianapolis, IN 46240

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportTalk with an options counselor about in-home support and community services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 317-803-6131DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Shelby County Veteran Affairs

  25 W Polk St, Annex Building, Room 201, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help with benefits and services.
  Call 317-392-2140DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Child support · County office

  Shelby County Child Support Division

  407 S Harrison St, Room 16, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • Child support enforcementParents can contact the prosecutor's office for help collecting child support.
  • Child support paymentsThe County Clerk accepts payments for Shelby County court orders.Read more
  Call 317-392-6442DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Shelby County Emergency Management

  1310 N Michigan Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsResidents can find local preparedness information and sign up for emergency notifications.
  Call 317-392-6308DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Library · County office

  Shelby County Public Library

  57 W Broadway St, Shelbyville, IN 46176

  Help here

  • Library and computer accessResidents can use library materials, computers, and programs at the library system.
  • Legal information kioskResidents can use a library kiosk to find legal information and forms.Read more
  Call 317-398-7121DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on myshelbylibrary.specialdistrict.org

Shelby County, Indiana website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Shelby County

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

Cities and towns in Shelby County

• Fairland
• Morristown
• Shelbyville

Indiana programs by kind of help

These are run by Indiana 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