Pinellas County

Local offices in Pinellas County

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller

  315 Court Street, Clearwater, FL 33756

  Help here

  • Child support informationContact the Clerk for child support-related court and case information.
  Call 727-464-7000DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County, Mid-County WIC

  8751 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33771

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a child under five.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 727-524-4410DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Pinellas County Human Services

  Help here

  • Housing and social assistanceGet information about county help with housing, homelessness, food, and other urgent needs.Apply online
  • Health and behavioral health programsFind out whether you qualify for county health care and behavioral health services.Apply online
  Call 727-464-4200Website

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

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Pinellas County Housing Authority

  11479 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33778

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceAsk about public housing, housing vouchers, and available housing applications.Apply online
  Call 727-443-7684DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pinellashousing.com

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Fred G. Minnis, Sr. Law Library

  324 S. Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756

  Help here

  • Legal research libraryUse the law library to find legal information and research resources.
  Call 727-464-3411DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Pinellas County Clerk Legal Self Help Center

  315 Court Street, Clearwater, FL 33756

  Help here

  • Court self-helpGet information about self-help resources and in-person appointments for court matters.
  Call 727-464-5150DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Nonprofit

  First Contact, 211 Tampa Bay

  Help here

  • Community resource referralCall 211 any time to find local help and community services.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportFind services such as meals, in-home support, caregiver help, and health programs.
  Call 800-963-5337Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Pinellas County Veterans Services

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits and connecting with other veteran services.
  Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Pinellas County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet evacuation information, emergency alerts, and advice for preparing for disasters.
  Call 727-464-3800Website

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas

  2312 Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33765

  Help here

  • Career and employment servicesGet help with job searches, training, and workforce programs.
  Call 727-524-4344DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourcepinellas.com

• Library · Nonprofit

  Pinellas Public Library Cooperative

  1330 Cleveland Street, Clearwater, FL 33755

  Help here

  • Countywide library resourcesGet information about library cards, shared library resources, and countywide Talking Book services.
  Call 727-441-8408DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pplc.us

Pinellas County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Pinellas County

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

Cities and towns in Pinellas County

• Belleair
• Belleair Beach
• Belleair Bluffs
• Belleair Shorenot checked yet
• Clearwater
• Dunedin
• Gulfport
• Indian Rocks Beach
• Indian Shores
• Kenneth City
• Largo
• Madeira Beach
• North Redington Beach
• Oldsmar
• Pinellas Park
• Redington Beach
• Redington Shores
• Safety Harbor
• Seminole
• South Pasadena
• St. Pete Beach
• St. Petersburg
• Tarpon Springs
• Treasure Island

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