Bellflower

Local offices in Bellflower

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

• Utilities · City office

  Bellflower Water

  Help here

  • Water service and billingContact the village about water service or your water bill, and find ways to pay online, by phone, by mail, or at the drop box.Apply online
  Call 309-929-9059Website

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Bellflower Office

  104 W Center St, Bellflower, IL 61724

  Help here

  • Village services and recordsContact the village about local government services, records, and village business; the office is open by appointment.
  Call 309-929-9059DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Bellflower Community Library

  206 N Latcha St, Bellflower, IL 61724

  Help here

  • Library books, movies, and internet accessBorrow books and movies for free or use a library computer with internet access.
  Call 309-722-3206DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Bellflower Community Center

  104 W Center St, Bellflower, IL 61724

  Help here

  • Community events and programsThe center hosts community events and programs during the year.
  Call 217-840-6120DirectionsWebsite

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

Village of Bellflower website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Bellflower

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

Offices for all of McLean County

Bellflower is in McLean County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  McLean County Health Department WIC Clinic

  200 W. Front Street, Bloomington, IL 61701

  Help here

  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get healthy food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 309-888-5457DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Child Support Services, Bloomington Office

  200 W. Front Street, Suite 400, Bloomington, IL 61701

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help applying for child support services and managing a child support case.Apply online
  Call 800-447-4278DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov

• State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services Bloomington Office

  501 W. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701

  Help here

  • SNAP and public benefitsApply for food and other public benefits or get help with an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 309-451-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us

• Public health · County office

  McLean County Health Department

  200 W. Front Street, Bloomington, IL 61701

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet help with public health services, including immunizations, disease testing, and health information.
  Call 309-888-5450DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  McLean County Behavioral Health Coordination

  Help here

  • Behavioral health coordinationFind information about local behavioral health programs and community resources.
  Website

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  McLean County Law Library Legal Self-Help Center

  104 W. Front Street, Room 665, Bloomington, IL 61701

  Help here

  • Court self-helpGet legal information, court forms, and help finding resources for representing yourself in court.
  Call 309-888-4801DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in McLean County

Illinois programs by kind of help

These are run by Illinois 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