Oakland City
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Local offices in Oakland City
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Oakland City Water Department and Utility Office
301 S. Franklin Street, Oakland City, IN 47660
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billingVisit the utility office to start service, ask about water billing, or get help with water service.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Local office · City office
Oakland City Hall
301 Franklin Street, Oakland City, IN 47660
Help here
- City services and officialsContact City Hall with questions or concerns about city services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ocindiana.com
Library · Regional office
Oakland City-Columbia Township Public Library
210 S. Main St, Oakland City, IN 47660
Help here
- Library servicesBarton Township residents may be eligible for a library card to borrow books and use library services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Oakland City
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
Tri-State Food Bank, Inc.
2504 Lynch Road, Evansville, IN 47711
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
Indiana 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
Community Action Program of Evansville and Vanderburgh County, Inc.
401 S.E. 6th Street, Suite 001, Evansville, IN 47713
Listed on in.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Gibson County
Oakland City is in Gibson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Gibson County WIC Program
421 S Main Street, Princeton, IN 47670-3534
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Child support · County office
Gibson County Child Support Division
225 N Hart Street, Suite 008, Princeton, IN 47670
Help here
- Child support and paternity assistanceGet help establishing paternity and child support orders or enforcing an existing order.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gibsoncounty-in.gov
State office
Indiana Division of Family Resources, Gibson County Office
210 S 5th Avenue, Princeton, IN 47670
Help here
- SNAP, TANF, and health coverage applicationsApply in person for SNAP food help, TANF cash help, and health coverage.Apply online
- Health coverage applicationsAsk the office for help applying for Indiana health coverage.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Public health · County office
Gibson County Health Department
203 S Prince Street, Suite A, Princeton, IN 47670
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health information and contact the county health department for help.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Older adults · Regional office
SWIRCA & More, Area 16 Agency on Aging
16 W Virginia Street, Evansville, IN 47737-3938
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for long-term support, in-home services, and help for caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on swirca.org
Veterans · County office
Gibson County Veterans Service Office
Hart Street, Princeton, IN 47670
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and filing for federal and state veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gibsoncounty-in.gov
Indiana programs by kind of help
These are run by Indiana 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
- Indiana 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 866-211-9966 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988