Ripley

Local offices in Ripley

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Ripley

  Help here

  • Village governmentContact the village about local government services and village meetings.
  Call 217-322-2711Website

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ripley

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

Offices for all of Brown County

Ripley is in Brown County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services, Cass County Family Community Resource Center

  300 East Second Street, Beardstown, IL 62618

  Help here

  • Benefits assistanceAsk about applying for Medicaid, SNAP food benefits, and cash assistance at the office serving Brown County.Apply online
  Call 217-323-4185DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Brown County Health Department

  120 E Main St, Mt. Sterling, IL 62353

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, lab services, health information, and referrals from the county health department.
  • WICWIC offers eligible families healthy foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and referrals.
  Call 217-773-2714DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on browncoil.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Brown County Circuit Clerk

  200 Court Street, Mt. Sterling, IL 62353

  Help here

  • Court information and legal assistanceFind court information and links to legal assistance through the Circuit Clerk.
  Call 217-773-2713DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bccircuitclerk.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  West Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  639 York Street, Room 205, Quincy, IL 62301

  Help here

  • Aging information and assistanceOlder adults and caregivers can get information and help finding services in Brown County.
  Call 217-223-5700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wcian.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Brown County Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency services informationContact the county for information about local ambulance, fire, and emergency services.
  Call 217-773-2113Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on browncoil.org

• State office

  Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services, Beardstown

  103 W 15th Street, Beardstown, IL

  Help here

  • Driver and state ID servicesApply for or renew a driver's license or state ID, take required tests, or request a disability parking placard.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on apps.ilsos.gov

Everything in Brown 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