Owen County

Local offices in Owen County

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

• Public health · State office

  Owen County WIC Program

  35 Bobb Babbs Drive, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 812-585-3775DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Owen County Prosecutor's Office, Child Support

  60 S Main Street, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Child support enforcementGet help with child support services, including establishing and enforcing support orders.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 812-829-5005DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on owencounty.in.gov

• State office

  Owen County Division of Family Resources

  450 E Franklin St, Suite B, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • SNAP, TANF, and health coverageApply for food, cash, and health coverage benefits or get help with your case.Apply online
  Call 800-403-0864DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Indiana 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or search online to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 866-211-9966Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• Public health · County office

  Owen County Health Department

  751 E Franklin St, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet help with birth and death records, nursing services, immunizations, food safety, and environmental health.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on owencounty.in.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area 10 Agency on Aging

  631 W Edgewood Drive, Ellettsville, IN 47429

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers.
  • In-home support and mealsAsk about care management, in-home services, and meal programs.
  • TransportationAsk about Rural Transit rides in the area.
  Call 812-876-3383DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on area10agency.org

• Veterans · County office

  Owen County Veteran Service Office

  86 E Market St, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and claimsGet help applying for veterans benefits and filing claims.Apply online
  • VA medical transportationEligible veterans can arrange free rides to VA medical centers and clinics.
  Call 812-829-5158DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on owencounty.in.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Owen County Emergency Management Agency

  129 S Washington St, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsFind emergency alerts, hazard information, and help preparing for or recovering from disasters.
  Call 812-829-5035DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on owencounty.in.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  WorkOne - Spencer

  205 E. Morgan St., Suite B, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Job and career servicesGet help finding a job, exploring careers, or planning your next work steps.
  Call 812-829-6511DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov

• State office

  Indiana BMV Spencer Branch

  168 E Morgan St, Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver licenses, state identification cards, and vehicle registration services.
  Call 888-692-6841DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Owen County Public Library

  10 S. Montgomery St., Spencer, IN 47460

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library to borrow books, attend programs, and access learning resources.
  Call 812-829-3392DirectionsWebsite

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

Owen County, Indiana Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Owen County

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

Job help near Owen County

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  WorkOne Owen County

  Also helps young people

  0.7 miles away

  205 East Morgan Street, Suite B, Spencer, IN 47460

  Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday 8-4:30

  Call 812-829-6511DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 9, 2026

• Youth and reentry program

  Centerstone Spencer Integrated Health

  For young people

  1 mile away

  35 Bob Babbs Drive, Spencer, IN 47460

  Call 877-467-3123DirectionsWebsite

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Cities and towns in Owen County

• Gosport
• Spencer

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