Van Wert

Local offices in Van Wert

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

• Utilities · City office

  Van Wert Water Works

  515 E. Main Street, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billsPay a water bill or ask the Water Office about your account and payment options.Apply online
  Call 419-238-6042DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Ohio 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ohio211.org

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Van Wert County Council on Aging Senior Center

  220 Fox Road, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Senior center activitiesAdults age 60 and over can take part in daily social and recreation activities at the Senior Center.Read more
  • Transportation for older adultsOlder adults can call to arrange rides to appointments, stores, and other essential places.Read more
  Call 419-238-5011DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Van Wert Municipal Building

  515 E. Main Street, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact the city to get help finding the right department or information about city services.
  Call 419-238-0308DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Van Wert Deputy Registrar License Agency

  777 Fox Road, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationVisit the deputy registrar for driver licensing and identification services.
  Call 419-238-9399DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on bmv.ohio.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Brumback Library

  215 W. Main Street, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its other public library services.
  Call 419-238-2168DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Van Wert website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Van Wert

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

Offices for all of Van Wert County

Van Wert is in Van Wert County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Van Wert County Job and Family Services

  114 E. Main St., Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesApply for food, cash, child care, and other family assistance.
  Call 419-238-5430DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Van Wert County Child Support Enforcement Agency

  114 E. Main St., Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support payments and related services.
  Call 419-238-9566DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Van Wert County General Health District

  1179 Westwood Dr., Suite 300, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations and help with health concerns, environmental hazards, and food safety.
  • WICContact the health district to ask about WIC nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 419-238-0808DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  Westwood Behavioral Health Center

  1158 Westwood Drive, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Mental health and addiction servicesGet assessment, counseling, crisis support, and alcohol or drug treatment.
  Call 419-238-3434DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Van Wert County Law Library

  Van Wert County Courthouse, 121 E. Main St., 3rd floor, Van Wert, OH 45891

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse legal reference materials at the county courthouse law library.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging 3

  2423 Allentown Rd., Lima, OH 45805

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver resourcesGet connected to services for older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers.Read more
  Call 419-222-7723DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaa3.org

Everything in Van Wert County

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