Rittman
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Local offices in Rittman
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Rittman Utilities Department
49 W. Ohio Avenue, Rittman, OH 44270
Help here
- Water, sewer, and trash billsAsk about your water, sewer, or trash bill, start service, or make a payment.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on rittman.com
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way of Wayne and Holmes Counties 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, utilities, and health care.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwwh.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Rittman Recreation Department
Help here
- Recreation and fitness activitiesFind city recreation programs and fitness activities for residents.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on rittman.com
Local office · City office
Rittman City Hall
49 W. Ohio Avenue, Rittman, OH 44270
Help here
- City services and administrationGet help with city government questions, services, and administration.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on rittman.com
Library · Regional office
Wayne County Public Library, Rittman Branch
75 N. Main St, Rittman, OH 44270
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and use library programs and other resources at the Rittman branch.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wcpl.info
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Rittman
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
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, OH 44307
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
Community Legal Aid Services, 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
Community Action Wayne/Medina Inc
905 Pittsburg Avenue, Wooster, OH 44691-4296
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Wayne County
Rittman is in Wayne County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Wayne County Department of Job and Family Services
356 W North St, Wooster, OH 44691
Help here
- Food, cash, medical, and child care assistanceApply for food, cash, medical, and child care assistance through the county office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountyohdjfs.gov
Public health · County office
Wayne County WIC
244 W South St, Wooster, OH 44691
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC offers eligible families food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wayne-health.org
Child support · County office
Wayne County Child Support Enforcement Agency
428 W Liberty St, second floor, Wooster, OH 44691
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with establishing paternity and collecting court-ordered child support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wayneohio.org
Housing help · Regional office
Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority
345 N Market St, Wooster, OH 44691
Help here
- Housing assistanceAsk about public housing, housing choice vouchers, and housing applications.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on waynemha.org
Public health · County office
Wayne County Health Department
244 W South St, Wooster, OH 44691
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit the health department for public health programs, vaccines, vital records, and patient care services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wayne-health.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Mental Health & Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties
1985 Eagle Pass, Wooster, OH 44691
Help here
- Mental health and addiction servicesContact the board to find mental health and addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on whmhrb.org
Ohio programs by kind of help
These are run by Ohio 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
Talk to a person
- United Way of Wayne and Holmes Counties
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