Devine
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Local offices in Devine
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing help · Regional office
Devine Housing Authority
210 S. Upson Drive, Devine, TX 78016
Help here
- Public housing and housing vouchersContact the authority to ask about public housing or housing voucher applications.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hud.gov
Utilities · City office
Devine Municipal Utilities
303 S. Teel Drive, Devine, TX 78016
Help here
- Water, sewer, and garbage billingPay your city utility bill or ask about water, sewer, and garbage service.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofdevine.org
Local office · City office
Devine City Hall
303 S. Teel Drive, Devine, TX 78016
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, forms, and questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofdevine.org
Library · City office
Driscoll Public Library
202 E. Hondo Ave., Devine, TX 78016
Help here
- Library cards and public resourcesGet a library card and use books, computers, internet, and library programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofdevine.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Dr. George S. Woods Community Center
200 E. Hondo Ave., Devine, TX 78016
Help here
- Community center reservationsContact City Hall to ask about reserving the community center.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofdevine.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Devine
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
San Antonio Food Bank
5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
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
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, 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 Council of South Central Texas, Inc.
801 N Highway 123 Byp, Seguin, TX 78155-3944
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Medina County
Devine is in Medina County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Medina County WIC
1402 Avenue M, Hondo, TX 78861
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC offers eligible families with young children and pregnant or breastfeeding women healthy food, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on medinatx.gov
State office
Texas Health and Human Services Benefits Office
410 Carter, Hondo, TX 78861
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsResidents can get help applying for food, cash, and medical benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on yourtexasbenefits.com
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Texas
Help here
- Help finding local servicesCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, health care, jobs, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
Public health · County office
Medina County Health Unit
1206 15th Street, Hondo, TX
Help here
- VaccinationsThe health unit provides vaccines for eligible children and adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on medinatx.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Alamo Area Agency on Aging
2700 NE Loop 410, Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78217
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help with benefits, care planning, meals, legal services, and transportation.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aacog.gov
Veterans · County office
Medina County Veteran Services
1502 Avenue K, Hondo, TX 78861
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpCounty veterans service officers help veterans and their families with benefits and related services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on medinatx.gov
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas 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
- 2-1-1 Texas
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