Higden

Local offices in Higden

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

• Utilities · Regional office

  Community Water System

  299 Lakeshore Dr., Greers Ferry, AR 72067

  Help here

  • Water service and billingContact the water system to start or stop service, ask about your account, or get help with a water bill.Apply online
  Call 501-825-7294DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Higden Town Hall

  29 Oak St., Higden, AR 72067

  Help here

  • Town governmentVisit the town office for local government business and town meetings.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cleburnecountyar.com

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Higden

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

Job help near Higden

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 Higden. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Searcy

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  34 miles away

  501 W. Arch Ave., Searcy, AR 72143

  Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday

  Call 844-908-2178DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 8, 2026

• American Job Center

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Conway

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  34 miles away

  1500 North Museum Road, Suite 111, Conway, AR 72032

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

  Call 501-730-9894DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 4, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Arkansas Workforce Center at Morrilton

  Also helps young people

  42 miles away

  104 E Railroad Ave, Morrilton, AR 72110

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

  Call 501-354-9793DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on May 19, 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 Cleburne County

Higden is in Cleburne County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · State office

  Arkansas Office of Child Support Enforcement Batesville Office

  1602 Batesville Blvd, Batesville, AR 72501

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for help establishing or enforcing court-ordered financial and medical support for children.Apply online
  Call 870-251-4333DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Arkansas Department of Human Services Cleburne County Office

  1521 W. Main St., Heber Springs, AR 72543

  Help here

  • State benefits and servicesVisit or contact the county office for help with Arkansas DHS programs and services.
  Call 501-362-3298DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Arkansas 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get referrals to local help with needs such as food, housing, utilities, and health care.
  Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Arkansas Department of Health Cleburne County Health Unit

  2319 Hwy. 110 West, Suite C, Heber Springs, AR 72543

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health unit for local public health services, including immunizations, family planning, and environmental health.
  • WICWIC provides eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five with healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 501-362-7581DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Cleburne County Aging Program

  320 Trailwood Drive, Heber Springs, AR 72543

  Help here

  • Older adult servicesContact the aging program for help finding services that support older adults and their independence.
  Call 501-362-2413DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wraaa.com

• Veterans · County office

  Cleburne County Veterans Affairs Office

  2319 Hwy. 110 West, Suite B, Heber Springs, AR 72543

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans education, health, disability, pension, home loan, and burial benefits.
  Call 501-362-6211DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cleburnecountyar.com

Everything in Cleburne 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