Indian River Shores

Local offices in Indian River Shores

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for free help finding local support for needs such as food, housing, health care, and utilities.Read more
  Call 561-383-1112Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211palmbeach.org

• Local office · City office

  Town Hall

  6001 Highway A1A, Indian River Shores, FL 32963

  Help here

  • Town services and informationContact Town Hall for information about town services and how to reach town departments.
  Call 772-231-1771DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on irshores.com

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Indian River Shores Community Center

  6001 Highway A1A, Indian River Shores, FL 32963

  Help here

  • Community center rentalResidents can contact the Town to ask about renting the community center for a gathering.
  Call 772-231-1771DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on irshores.com

Town of Indian River Shores website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Indian River Shores

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

Offices for all of Indian River County

Indian River Shores is in Indian River County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Indian River County Human Services

  1800 27th Street, Building B, 2nd Floor, Vero Beach, FL 32960-3365

  Help here

  • Food and prescription assistanceEligible residents can request food vouchers and prescription vouchers.
  • Housing and utility assistanceResidents can apply for rental, utility, and water assistance when funding is available.Apply online
  Call 772-226-1423DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianriver.gov

• State office · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Indian River County WIC

  1900 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and children under five can apply for food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
  Call 800-342-3556DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianriver.floridahealth.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  Indian River County Rental Assistance

  1800 27th Street, Building B, Vero Beach, FL 32960

  Help here

  • Housing Choice Voucher ProgramIncome-eligible residents can apply for help paying rent in a privately owned home.Apply online
  Call 772-226-4360DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianriver.gov

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Indian River County

  1900 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe county health department offers clinic, immunization, disease, and other public health services.Read more
  Call 772-794-7400DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianriver.floridahealth.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast

  Help here

  • 24-hour information and referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local health and human services.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 211treasurecoast.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast

  701 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 115, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

  Help here

  • Aging and disability services referralsOlder adults, people with disabilities, veterans, and caregivers can call for referrals to local support.
  Call 866-684-5885DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaapbtc.org

Everything in Indian River County

Florida programs by kind of help

These are run by Florida 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