McIntosh County

Local offices in McIntosh County

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

• Human services · State office

  South Country Human Service Zone, McIntosh County Office

  112 NE 1st St., Ashley, ND 58413

  Help here

  • Economic and family assistanceApply for food, health care, heating, cash, and child care assistance, and get help with child welfare and other local referrals.Apply online
  Call 701-288-5170DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.nd.gov

• Public health · State office

  McIntosh County WIC

  Ashley Medical Center, 612 Center Ave. N, Ashley, ND 58413

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programWIC offers food support, nutrition education, and health care referrals for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.Apply online
  Call 701-252-8130DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.nd.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  McIntosh County Housing Authority

  112 NE 1st St., Ashley, ND 58413

  Help here

  • Housing helpContact the housing authority for help with housing options and assistance.
  Call 701-581-9555DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mcintoshnd.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  South Central Adult Services

  Help here

  • Older adult outreachOutreach staff help older residents identify their needs and connect with available services.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southcentralseniors.org

• Veterans · County office

  McIntosh County Veterans Service Office

  109 10th St. S, Wishek, ND 58495

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and referralsA veterans service officer can explain benefit options, help with claims, and connect veterans with other services.
  Call 701-452-2885DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.nd.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  McIntosh County Disaster Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recovery informationThe county emergency manager coordinates preparedness, response, and recovery planning with local agencies and residents.
  Call 701-475-4523Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mcintoshnd.com

• Local office · Regional office

  FirstLink 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for information and referrals to local help and community resources.
  Call 701-235-7335Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on myfirstlink.org

McIntosh County, North Dakota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McIntosh County

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

Cities and towns in McIntosh County

• Ashleynot checked yet
• Lehrnot checked yet
• Venturianot checked yet
• Wishek
• Zeelandnot checked yet

North Dakota programs by kind of help

These are run by North Dakota 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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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