Lafayette County

Local offices in Lafayette County

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

• Human services · County office

  Lafayette County Human Services

  15701 County Road K, Suite 3, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Social services and public assistanceStaff can help residents find county assistance and social services.
  • Behavioral health and substance use servicesResidents can contact the department to arrange mental health or substance use services.
  Call 608-776-4800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Lafayette County Child Support Agency

  626 Main Street, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe agency helps with child support collection, paternity matters, and related services.
  Call 608-776-4843DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Nonprofit

  211 Wisconsin

  Help here

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

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wisconsin.communityos.org

• Housing authority · County office

  Lafayette County Housing Authority

  729 Clay Street, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and housing vouchersResidents can apply for affordable apartments or a Housing Choice Voucher.
  Call 608-776-4880DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Lafayette County Health Department

  729 Clay Street, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department provides public health information and services to county residents.
  Call 608-776-4895DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Aging and Disability Resource Center of Southwest Wisconsin, Lafayette County

  15701 County Highway K, Suite 2, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpStaff help older adults and people with disabilities understand long-term care and find local support.
  Call 608-776-4960DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lafayette County Veterans Service Office

  626 Main Street, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Veterans benefitsStaff help veterans and their families find and apply for federal and Wisconsin benefits.
  Call 608-776-4800DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Wisconsin DMV Darlington Service Center

  197 Christensen Drive, Darlington, WI 53530

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsResidents can apply for or receive driver license and state identification services at this service center.
  • Vehicle titles and registrationResidents can handle many vehicle title and registration services at this service center.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on trust.dot.state.wi.us

• Library · Regional office

  Southwest Wisconsin Library System

  1300 Industrial Drive, Suite 2, Fennimore, WI 53809

  Help here

  • Library system servicesThe system supports member libraries that provide residents access to books, shared materials, and other library resources.
  Call 608-822-3393DirectionsWebsite

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

Lafayette County, Wisconsin website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lafayette County

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

Cities and towns in Lafayette County

• Argyle
• Belmont
• Benton
• Blanchardville
• Darlington
• Gratiotnot checked yet
• Shullsburg
• South Waynenot checked yet

Wisconsin programs by kind of help

These are run by Wisconsin 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