Lost Springs

Local offices in Lost Springs

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Lost Springs

  Help here

  • City government questionsCall the city with questions about local government.
  Call 785-983-4478Website

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lost Springs

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

Offices for all of Marion County

Lost Springs is in Marion County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Marion County Health Department

  1220 E. Main St., Marion, KS 66861

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department offers immunizations and other public health services.
  • WICWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children.
  Call 620-382-2550DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on marioncoks.net

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Marion County District Court

  200 S. 3rd St., Marion, KS 66861

  Help here

  • Court self-help and filingsThe court provides self-help resources and handles court records, filings, and payments.Read more
  Call 620-382-2104DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Marion County Department on Aging

  309 S. Third St., Marion, KS 66861

  Help here

  • Aging services and benefits helpStaff help older residents learn about programs and complete applications for county and state services.
  Call 620-382-3580DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on marioncoks.net

• Older adults · Regional office

  North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging

  401 Houston St., Manhattan, KS 66502

  Help here

  • Area Agency on Aging servicesThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to services in its region.
  Call 785-776-9298DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kdads.ks.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Marion County Emergency Management

  1240 Commercial Drive, Marion, KS 66861

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryThe office helps residents prepare for disasters and supports response and recovery efforts.
  Call 620-382-2144DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on marioncoks.net

• Library · Regional office

  North Central Kansas Libraries System

  Help here

  • Library system servicesThe system supports member libraries serving Marion County and other nearby counties.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lib.nckls.org

Everything in Marion County

Kansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Kansas 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