River Falls
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Local offices in River Falls
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing authority · Regional office
River Falls Housing Authority
625 N Main Street, River Falls, WI 54022
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about affordable rental homes for families, older adults, and people with disabilities.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rfhousing.org
Utilities · City office
River Falls Municipal Utilities
222 Lewis Street, River Falls, WI 54022
Help here
- Utility billing and serviceGet help with electric, water, sewer, and garbage service, account setup, and bill payments.Apply onlineRead more
- Utility bill payment assistanceLearn how to apply for energy assistance and local help with utility costs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rfmu.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
St. Croix Valley Job Center
704-B N Main Street, River Falls, WI 54022
Help here
- Job and training helpGet help searching for jobs, building skills, and finding employment services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wisconsinjobcenter.org
Library · City office
River Falls Public Library
140 Union Street, River Falls, WI 54022
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, public computers, and other library services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on riverfallslibrary.org
Local office · City office
River Falls City Hall
222 Lewis Street, River Falls, WI 54022
Help here
- City services and informationGet help finding city departments, public information, and local services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rfcity.org
Parks and recreation · City office
River Falls Parks and Recreation
222 Lewis Street, River Falls, WI 54022
Help here
- Recreation programsFind and register for city recreation programs, classes, camps, and activities.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on rfcity.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve River Falls
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
Second Harvest Heartland
7101 Winnetka Avenue N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
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
Legal Action of Wisconsin, 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
West Central Community Action Agency, Inc.
525 2nd St, PO Box 308, Glenwood City, WI 54013-8556
Listed on dcf.wisconsin.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Pierce County
River Falls is in Pierce County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Pierce County Human Services
412 W. Kinne St., Ellsworth, WI 54011
Help here
- Economic supportGet help with FoodShare, health care coverage, and other benefit programs.
- Child supportGet help with child support services and your case.
- Behavioral healthFind county mental health and substance use services and support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pierce.wi.us
Public health · County office
Pierce County Public Health WIC
412 W. Kinne St., Ellsworth, WI 54011
Help here
- WIC nutrition programApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently had a baby, or care for a young child.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pierce.wi.us
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
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wisconsin.communityos.org
Public health · County office
Pierce County Public Health Department
412 W. Kinne St., Ellsworth, WI 54011
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information and services for immunizations, communicable disease, environmental health, and other health needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pierce.wi.us
Older adults · County office
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Pierce County
412 W. Kinne St., Ellsworth, WI 54011
Help here
- Aging and disability resource helpGet information and help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pierce.wi.us
Veterans · County office
Pierce County Veterans Services
412 W. Kinne St., Ellsworth, WI 54011
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits, health care, education support, and burial benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pierce.wi.us
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Wisconsin
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