Ola

Local offices in Ola

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

• Utilities · City office

  Ola City Office and Waterworks

  115 Pennington Street, Ola, AR 72853

  Help here

  • City office and utility billingContact the city office about water service or pay a City of Ola utility bill online or in person.Apply online
  Call 479-489-5131DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on olawaterworks.nexbillpayonline.com

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ola

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

Offices for all of Yell County

Ola is in Yell County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Yell County Department of Human Services Office

  904 M Street/Hwy 10 East, Danville, AR 72833

  Help here

  • Human services applicationsResidents can visit the DHS office for help with state human services programs and applications.
  Call 479-495-2723DirectionsWebsite

  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

  Yell County Health Unit - Danville

  1309 Hwy 10 East, Danville, AR 72833

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health unit provides public health services, including immunizations and family health support.
  • WICWIC provides eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and young children with healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 479-495-2741DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Yell County Health Unit - Dardanelle

  719 N 5th St, Dardanelle, AR 72834

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health unit provides public health services, including immunizations and family health support.
  • WICWIC provides eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and young children with healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 479-229-3509DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of West Central Arkansas

  905 West Grand Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71913

  Help here

  • Older adult and caregiver supportGet connected with services such as meals, transportation, in-home care, and caregiver support.
  Call 800-467-2170DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Yell County Veterans Service Office

  Dardanelle Courthouse, 106 Union Street, Dardanelle, AR 72834

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families prepare claims for state and federal benefits.
  Call 479-477-0250DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on search.arkansas211.org

Everything in Yell 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