Orchid
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Local offices in Orchid
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Town Hall
9301 Highway A1a, Suite 201, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Help here
- Town services and public recordsContact Town Hall about town services or to request public records.Apply online
- Trash, recycling, and streetlight issuesContact the Town to report a trash, recycling, or streetlight problem.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townoforchid.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Orchid first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St. Sebastian Conference of St. Vincent de Paul
1.9 miles from the center of Orchid5480 85th ST, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Church of God By Faith
2 miles from the center of Orchid8550 58th Ave, Sebastian, FL 32958
Hours
- Mon10:30 AM to 1 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Roseland Ecumenical Food Pantry
6.1 miles from the center of Orchid8205 129th CT, Sebastian, FL 32958
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Saint Helen Catholic Church
9.1 miles from the center of Orchid1031 18th Street, Suite F & G, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Hours
- Mon9:30 AM to 1 PM
- Tue9:30 AM to 1 PM
- Wed9:30 AM to 1 PM
- Thu9:30 AM to 1 PM
- Fri9:30 AM to 1 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Food Pantry of Indian River County
9.2 miles from the center of Orchid2206 16th Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Hours
- Tue2 PM to 5 PM
- Thu2 PM to 5 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Our House Network
9.2 miles from the center of Orchid2183 Ponce de Leon Cir, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 4 PM
- Tue9 AM to 4 PM
- Wed9 AM to 4 PM
- Thu9 AM to 4 PM
- Fri9 AM to 4 PM
- Sat9 AM to 4 PM
- Sun9 AM to 4 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Orchid
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Treasure Coast Food Bank
401 Loop Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Economic Opportunities of Indian River County, Inc.
2455 Saint Lucie Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960-3310
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Indian River County
Orchid 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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianriver.gov
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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianriver.floridahealth.gov
Housing help · 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
Last checked 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
Last checked 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
Last checked 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.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaapbtc.org
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.
- 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
Talk to a person
- 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988