McMullen County

Local offices in McMullen County

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

• Human services · County office

  McMullen County Government

  501 River Street, Tilden, TX 78072

  Help here

  • County assistance and referralsContact the county courthouse for general county help and information about local assistance programs.
  Call 361-274-3900DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Nonprofit

  McMullen Community Health Center

  203 Hackberry St, Tilden, TX 78072

  Help here

  • Primary health careVisit or call the clinic for primary health care and referrals to community resources.
  Call 361-274-3690DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Camino Real Community Services

  203 Hackberry St, Tilden, TX 78072

  Help here

  • Community health center servicesContact the McMullen County Health Center in Tilden for help and referrals to local services.
  Call 361-274-3690DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  Call 866-231-4922DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  McMullen County Veterans Service Officer

  501 River Street, Tilden, TX 78072

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceThe county veterans officer meets in Tilden on the last Friday of each month to help veterans.
  Call 830-769-3251DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  McMullen County Emergency Management

  501 River Street, Tilden, TX 78072

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseContact the county for information about local emergency planning and response.
  Call 361-274-3900DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · County office

  McMullen County Tax Office

  501 River St, Tilden, TX 78072

  Help here

  • Vehicle titles and registrationVisit the county tax office for vehicle registration, title transfers, disabled parking placards, and related vehicle record services.
  Call 361-274-3314DirectionsWebsite

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

McMullen County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve McMullen County

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

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