Rio Blanco County

Local offices in Rio Blanco County

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

• Public health · County office

  Rio Blanco County WIC

  101 E. Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition supportEligible pregnant or breastfeeding women, infants and children can get food support and nutrition education.
  Call 970-878-9520DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rbc.us

• Public health · County office

  Rio Blanco County Public Health and Environment

  200 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health testing, reproductive health services and health referrals.
  Call 970-878-9520DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rbc.us

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado

  Help here

  • Aging servicesContact the regional agency for aging services and support for older adults.
  Call 970-665-1095Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Rio Blanco County Veterans Service Office

  555 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpVeterans and their families can get help applying for benefits and military records.
  Call 970-878-9690DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rbc.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Rio Blanco County Emergency Management

  555 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency information, alerts and guidance on preparing for hazards.
  Call 970-402-5273DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rbc.us

• Jobs and training · State office

  Craig Workforce Center

  480 Barclay, Craig, CO 81625

  Help here

  • Job seeker servicesGet help finding jobs, training, career advice and resume support.
  Call 970-824-3246DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · County office

  Rio Blanco County Motor Vehicle Office

  555 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641

  Help here

  • Vehicle registration and title servicesGet help with common vehicle title and registration transactions.
  Call 970-878-9460DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rbc.us

• Library · Regional office

  Meeker Regional Library District

  490 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641

  Help here

  • Library access and resourcesBorrow books and use library computers, Wi-Fi, printing, and other resources.
  Call 970-878-5911DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Rangely Regional Library District

  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rioblanco.gov

Rio Blanco County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Rio Blanco County

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

Job help near Rio Blanco County

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 Rio Blanco County. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Colorado Workforce Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  37 miles away

  480 Barclay Street, Craig, CO 81625

  Hours: M-F 8am-12pm 1pm-5pm

  Call 970-824-3246DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026

• American Job Center

  Glenwood Springs Workforce Center

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  47 miles away

  401 23rd Street, Suite 300, Valley Professional Building, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

  Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 5:00pm. Fridays available virtually and by phone 8:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 5:00pm.

  Call 970-945-8638DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 3, 2026

• American Job Center

  Steamboat Workforce Center

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  63 miles away

  425 Anglers Drive, PO Box 774844, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

  Hours: Mon - Thu 8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm, Fri by appointment mornings

  Call 970-879-3075DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 5, 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.

Cities and towns in Rio Blanco County

• Meeker
• Rangely

Colorado programs by kind of help

These are run by Colorado 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
• 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