Carthage

Local offices in Carthage

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

• Local office · City office

  Carthage City Hall

  Help here

  • City government helpCall City Hall for help reaching the city government.
  Call 870-254-2463Website

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Carthage

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

Job help near Carthage

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Carthage. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Camden

  37 miles away

  237 Jackson St. SW, P.O. Box 717, Camden, AR 71701

  Hours: Monday & Wednesday - 8:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday - 8:00 - Noon

  Call 870-836-5024DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on May 19, 2026

• American Job Center

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Hot Springs

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  41 miles away

  201 Market St, Suite 300, PO Box 2278 (71914), Hot Springs, AR 71901

  Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday - Friday

  Call 501-525-3450DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026

• American Job Center

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Little Rock

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  45 miles away

  5401 S. University Ave., P.O. Box 4970 (72214), Little Rock, AR 72209

  Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday - Friday

  Call 501-682-0228DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 23, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Dallas County

Carthage is in Dallas County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Dallas County Department of Human Services

  1202 W 3rd St, Fordyce, AR 71742

  Help here

  • SNAP, Medicaid, and TEAResidents can apply for food, health coverage, and cash assistance at the county DHS office.
  Call 870-352-5115DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.arkansas.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Arkansas 211

  Help here

  • Local resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on arkansas211.org

• Public health · State office

  Dallas County Health Unit

  201 N Spring St, Fordyce, AR 71742

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health unit provides local public health services, including immunizations and health information.
  • WICWIC helps eligible families with young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 870-352-7197DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on healthy.arkansas.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Southeast Arkansas

  709 E 8th Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71601

  Help here

  • Senior information and assistanceOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services and coordinating care in Dallas County.Read more
  Call 870-543-6300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Fordyce

  119 W 3rd St, Fordyce, AR 71742

  Help here

  • Workforce servicesResidents can get help with employment services at the Fordyce workforce center when it is open.
  Call 870-352-3365DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dws.arkansas.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Dallas County Library

  501 E 4th St, Fordyce, AR 71742

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, copying, and scanning.
  Call 870-352-3592DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Dallas County

Arkansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Arkansas 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