Putnam County
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Local offices in Putnam County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Putnam County, South Satellite Clinic
114 Amos Road, Crescent City, FL 32112
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Apply for nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on putnam.floridahealth.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Elder Options (Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging)
Help here
- Elder HelplineOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can call for screenings and referrals to local services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agingresources.org
Veterans · County office
Putnam County Veterans Services
2509 Crill Ave., Suite 800, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Veterans benefits and records assistanceGet help filing VA benefit claims and requesting military service records.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on main.putnam-fl.com
Emergency help · County office
Putnam County Emergency Management
410 S. State Road 19, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency alerts and information about evacuation zones, special needs planning, and disaster preparedness.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on putnam-fl.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
CareerSource NEFL Putnam County Career Center
400 Highway 19 North, Suite 93, Palatka, FL 32177
Help here
- Career center servicesVisit the career center for help with job searches and employment services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careersourcenortheastflorida.com
Library · County office
Putnam County Library System
Help here
- Library materials, information, and programsUse library materials, information, technology, and educational programs at county library locations.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on putnam-fl.com
Putnam County, Florida website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Putnam County, closest to the center of Palatka first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Mount Carmel Community Resource Center
1.8 miles from the center of Palatka400 E Oak ST, Palatka, FL 32177
Hours
- Fri9 AM to 1 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Sharing Putnam's Bounty
2.1 miles from the center of Palatka1414 Bronson ST, Palatka, FL 32177
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 1 PM
- Fri9 AM to 1 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Monica
2.7 miles from the center of Palatka114 S 4th ST, Palatka, FL 32177
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Simon's House
12 miles from the center of Palatka400 E Harris ST, Hastings, FL 32145
Hours
- Tue2 PM to 4 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Vincent de Paul Society ST John Conference
13 miles from the center of Palatka111 N Francis ST, Interlachen, FL 32148
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 3 PM
- Thu10 AM to 3 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
South Putnam Christian Service Center
18 miles from the center of Palatka301 Cypress Ave, Crescent City, FL 32112
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 1:30 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Putnam County
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
Feeding Northeast Florida
5245 Old Kings Road, Jacksonville, FL 32254
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
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, 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
Northeast Florida Community Action Agency, Inc.
P.O. Box 52025, Jacksonville, FL 32201
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Putnam 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.
- 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
- United Way 211 of Northeast Florida
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 904-632-0600 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988