Torrance County

Local offices in Torrance County

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

• Human services · State office

  New Mexico Health Care Authority Income Support Division, Moriarty

  109 Tulane Ave., Moriarty, NM 87035

  Help here

  • Food, cash, energy, and medical assistanceGet help applying for food, cash, energy, and medical assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 505-832-5640DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hca.nm.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  New Mexico 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, health care, and utility bills.
  Call 211Website

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Torrance County Project Office

  109 Tulane Ave., Moriarty, NM 87035

  Help here

  • Community health and social service referralsContact the project office for information about local health and social service programs.
  Call 505-832-0332DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Torrance County Public Health Office

  300 S Eighth Street, Estancia, NM 87016

  Help here

  • Public health information and referralsCall or visit for health questions and referrals; the office reports that clinical services are temporarily suspended.
  Call 505-222-6530DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  North Central New Mexico Economic Development District, Non-Metro Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsContact the regional aging agency for information about services for older adults in Torrance County.
  Call 505-316-5292Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aging.nm.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Torrance County Emergency Management

  903A State Highway 41, Estancia, NM 87016

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for, responding to, and recovering from large emergencies and disasters.
  Call 505-544-4727DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  New Mexico Workforce Connection Center - Moriarty

  777 Old US Route 66, Moriarty, NM 87035

  Help here

  • Job seeker and unemployment servicesContact the center for job search, career services, and unemployment insurance help.Apply online
  Call 505-832-6774DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dws.state.nm.us

• State office

  New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, Moriarty

  109 Tulane Ave., Moriarty, NM 87035

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit by appointment for driver license, vehicle registration, and other motor vehicle services.Apply online
  Call 888-683-4636DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mvd.newmexico.gov

Torrance County, New Mexico website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Torrance County

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

Cities and towns in Torrance County

• Encinonot checked yet
• Estancia
• Moriarty
• Mountainair
• Willardnot checked yet

New Mexico programs by kind of help

These are run by New Mexico 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