Ely

Local offices in Ely

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

• State office

  Nevada Division of Social Services, Ely District Office

  725 Avenue K, Ely, NV 89301

  Help here

  • Social service benefitsApply for state social service benefits or get help with an existing case at this office.Apply online
  Call 775-289-1650DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on prod.dss.nv.gov

• Local office · City office

  City of Ely City Hall

  501 Mill Street, Ely, NV 89301

  Help here

  • City services and paymentsVisit or call City Hall for city services and to pay your utility bill or ask about a payment plan.
  • Water and sewer serviceContact the Water and Sewer Department about starting service or reporting a water or sewer problem.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 775-289-2430DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofelynv.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Nevada JobConnect Ely

  1500 Avenue F, Suite 1, Ely, NV 89301

  Help here

  • Job search and employment helpGet help with job searches, career services, training information, and unemployment insurance questions.Apply online
  Call 775-289-1616DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on detr.nv.gov

• State office

  Nevada DMV Ely Office

  480 Campton Street, Ely, NV 89301

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationVisit the DMV for driver license and identification card services; appointments are required for most services.Apply online
  Call 702-486-4368DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.nv.gov

City of Ely, Nevada website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ely

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

Offices for all of White Pine County

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

• State office

  Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services, Ely District Office

  725 Avenue K, Ely, NV 89301

  Help here

  • Public benefitsResidents can get help applying for Medicaid, food assistance, and cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 775-289-1650DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dwss.nv.gov

• Public health · State office

  White Pine County Community Health Nurse

  297 Nevada Northern Railway, Suite 5, Ely, NV 89301

  Help here

  • Community health nursingThe nurse provides community health services to residents of White Pine County.
  Call 775-293-6558DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dpbh.nv.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Nevada 211

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall or search online to find local food, housing, health, and other support services.
  Call 866-535-5654Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on nevada211.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Nevada Care Connection, Access to Healthcare Network

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource navigationResource navigators help older adults and people with disabilities find support and plan for care.Apply online
  Call 877-861-1893Website

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

Everything in White Pine County

Nevada programs by kind of help

These are run by Nevada 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